Maintenance Manager

Axios Professional Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Manager to join our client’s maintenance department. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the advanced troubleshooting, complex repair, and specialized maintenance of our diverse range of glass fabrication equipment. 

This position requires a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repair experience, as well as the ability to read technical documentation and implement effective solutions. Compensation starting at $85,000 but willing to negotiate for the right candidate.

Preventative Maintenance & Scheduling

• Lead the development and execution of preventative maintenance (PM) schedules for all key equipment (e.g., glass tempering ovens, cutting tables, CNC machinery, edge polishing equipment, IGU lines).
• Maintain digital and physical records of PM activities and equipment performance.

Equipment Installation & Capital Improvements

• Supervise and coordinate new equipment installations and upgrades.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to ensure safe and efficient integration into existing operations.
• Support layout changes and plant improvement projects.

Year-End Maintenance & Production Shutdown

• Plan and oversee the facility’s year-end shutdown for deep maintenance.
• Coordinate timing with production leads to ensure minimal disruption to orders.
• Work with external vendors and service providers for large-scale overhaul and repair tasks during shutdown.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Source, schedule, and manage third-party maintenance vendors, OEM reps, and service contractors.
• Review and approve service contracts, scopes of work, and invoice accuracy.

Team Leadership & Shift Management

• Supervise and schedule a 1st and 2nd shift maintenance crew (mechanical, electrical, and general technicians).
• Train and develop maintenance personnel to improve skill levels and ensure safety.
• Maintain high levels of accountability, response time, and safety compliance across shifts.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (glass, fabrication, CNC, or similar industry preferred).
• 2 years of leadership/supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with glass fabrication equipment or similar industrial machinery.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Axios Professional Recruitment. is an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP), a privately held organization headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As an independent, 100% employee-owned company, our team takes a personal interest in your success, listens to your needs, and forms a comprehensive plan to attract, retain, and develop your people.

As an ESOP, AXIOS Professional Recruitment believes that our employees are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and serve clients using better, smarter methods. According to national studies, ESOP companies have proven to be agile, efficient organizations with employee-owners who think about clients’ future as their own.

Becoming part of the AXIOS HR team offers a unique opportunity for individuals up to the challenge. Built on shared core values of excellence, honesty, respect, open communication, empowerment, professional growth, and innovation, the unity of the AXIOS HR culture shines through in everything we undertake.

AXIOS Professional Recruitment team members are encouraged to continuously pursue personal growth opportunities and are allocated set hours to give back to community-related causes. Our Active AXIOS initiative supports participation in local fitness events and ensures that team members balance work responsibilities with personal health. Additionally, regular group outings and retreats foster collaboration and transparency.