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Maintenance Shift Manager

Korn Ferry
Gary, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026

* PLEASE NOTE: this client is specifically seeking candidates with at least 4 years of Active Duty U.S. military experience *


LEADERSHIP IS KEY - STRONG MAINTENANCE BACKGROUND REQUIRED


Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a Shift Manager (Maintenance), based out of their Gary IN facility. As a global, industry-leading steelmaker, they offer substantial opportunity for career growth. Union workforce leadership is highly preferred, and will give you a significant advantage over other candidates.


Compensation: $120,000-140,000 (DOE)


Shift: Rotating (24/7/365 manufacturing operation)


What You Will Do:

Will be responsible for applying engineering principles, troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques to evaluate and make decisions that resolve operational conditions and improve reliability. Supervise, direct, and coordinate efforts of union employees (experienced technicians, craftsmen, and project planners) to repair and maintain mechanical and/or electrical equipment to maximize operating efficiencies and improve reliability. Must be able to effectively engage teams and promote an environment of respect, communication, and collaboration through two-way communication and encouraging new ideas and different perspectives that drive individual, team, and company success.

  • Use technical knowledge, equipment documentation, safety procedures, and maintenance schedules to follow, improve, and develop preventative and routine maintenance programs
  • Assist workers in diagnosing malfunction in machinery and equipment
  • Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance with a team of mechanical/electrical maintenance staff
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers and assign duties accordingly
  • Maintain proper inventories of required spares in order to provide efficient operations; devise and implement cost saving strategies
  • Develop and implement methods and procedures designed to eliminate maintenance problems and improve product quality
  • Perform administrative activities (scheduling crews, completing reports, conducting safety conversations, and complying other reporting) as necessary


Education and Work Experience

  • At least 4 years US Military Active Duty experience required (Target Profiles: Army Prime Power Prod Specialists (12P), Tactical Power Generation Specialists (91D), Navy EMs (EM/EMN), Air Force Electrical Power Production and Electrical Systems personnel, Marine Corps Electrical Equip Repair Specialists (1142), and Coast Guard Electrician's Mates.
  • Must have experience with high-voltage electrical systems, power generation, substations, switchgear, electrical distribution, motor controls, PLC-controlled equipment, or industrial electrical maintenance.
  • Union workforce leadership is preferred but not required.


Title: Maintenance Shift Manager

Location: Gary IN

Client Job ID: 510807661

Salary : $120,000 - $140,000

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