Maintenance Manager

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture!

Ashley Furniture is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance operations across our facility. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and maintaining a safe work environment while supporting our commitment to quality furniture manufacturing and customer satisfaction.

What Will You Do?

The Maintenance Manager will coordinate and direct the daily duties and functions of all maintenance departments and shifts in a manufacturing and distribution environment. This position will lead and mentor supervisors to achieve departmental goals. This position will also collaborate with the Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing management to service, troubleshoot, repair, modify, specify and establish preventive maintenance programs for all machinery, equipment, facilities, and powered industrial vehicle (PIV) needs, to support the manufacturing and distribution processes.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in related technical field, or equivalent work experience, Required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Maintenance Management, or related technical field, Preferred
• 5 years’ experience in a maintenance field with practical experience in mechanical, electronics, hydraulics, powered industrial vehicle (PIV) and/or
• HVAC maintenance, Required
• PIV License, or ability to obtain within 60 days, Required
• Knowledge of industrial electronic systems, including 480V, 240V and DC voltages and Industrial hydraulics and fluid power
• 3D Drawing Software such as CAD or Solidworks

Equipment and Facility Maintenance

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for all manufacturing equipment, HVAC systems, and facility infrastructure
• Oversee equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades
• Manage maintenance scheduling to minimize production disruptions
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and support staff
• Coordinate training programs to enhance team skills and safety awareness
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching
• Foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement

Planning and Operations

• Create and manage maintenance budgets, including parts inventory and labor costs
• Develop work orders, prioritize maintenance requests, and track completion
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance during optimal windows
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities and equipment history

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations and develop prevention strategies
• Maintain regulatory compliance for all equipment and systems

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance best practices

Leadership Ability

• Proven experience managing and developing maintenance teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Physical Requirements and Environment 

• Ability to walk through manufacturing facilities and climb stairs
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Comfort working in various environmental conditions

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.