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Maintenance Manager

ROCKWOOL USA INC.
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2025 CLOSED ON 1/21/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at ROCKWOOL USA INC.?

Job Title: Maintenance Manager Salary: $130k - $140k Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions. Join us and make a difference! Job summary: Join a newly established site leadership team in an international organization and lead continuous improvements in maintenance processes. Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, the Maintenance Manager is accountable for Factory Maintenance performance across Safety & Environment, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Cost, and Morale. Owns the development and implementation of maintenance processes aligned to Group best practices and leads the maintenance department to achieve site goals and KPIs. Maintenance department includes: Maintenance Supervisors, Maintenance Technicians, Automation Technicians, Tool & Die Makers, and the Facilities Lead. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage a maintenance program that maximizes equipment availability and minimizes production impact. Collaborate with operations and supervisors to scope scheduled work orders and outages, including time, parts, and tools estimates. Develop and manage maintenance processes to drive measurable business improvements and KPIs Drive continuous improvement using the ROCKWOOL Operational Excellence program (ROPEX) Provide training and coaching in systematic root-cause problem solving; facilitate complex RCA as needed. Partner with site leadership on investment requests and lead project management, testing and commissioning of new equipment. Coordinate and deliver training for new initiatives across the maintenance team. Own all maintenance-area budgetary responsibilities and cost control. Directly manage the Maintenance Supervisor(s) and the PM team. What you bring: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or technical/trade school certification (or equivalent). 7 years’ experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment; preference for automated facilities. 3 years’ experience managing a Maintenance and/or Tool Room team in a factory setting. Experience implementing and managing a CMMS/EAM program. Strong hands-on experience or familiarity with: Welding, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveying systems (highly desired) Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) / Automation Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP. Strong leadership skills with emphasis on employee relations, coaching and development. Deep knowledge of LEAN tools and principles with proven experience leading continuous improvement projects. Demonstrated abilities in: Organizational and analytical skills Basic computer literacy and data integrity Attention to detail Written and verbal communication Problem-solving and troubleshooting Physical demands: Work is physically demanding at times; reasonable accommodations may be made. Frequently required: standing/sitting, squatting, turning/twisting, reaching, using hands to handle tools and controls. Occasionally required: hearing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, smelling. Frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 60 lbs; occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 120 lbs with assistance; may shovel heavy waste to shoulder height. Vision requirements: close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment & Conditions: Join a clean, safe, and modern facility equipped with cutting-edge technology, advanced machinery, and innovative processes. Safety, cleanliness and employee well-being are at the heart of what we do, supported by comprehensive training programs and protocols. Who we are: Founded in 1937 in Denmark, ROCKWOOL transforms volcanic rock into sustainable, innovative products that improve lives and communities. With a global team of over 12,000 employees across 51 manufacturing facilities in 40 countries, we share one common mission: to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living. Sustainability is central to our business strategy. Through our partnership with One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it. This role is part of our Rockfon business, a division of the ROCKWOOL Group. Rockfon delivers comprehensive ceiling system solutions, integrating stone wool and specialty metal ceiling panels with Chicago Metallic suspension systems, providing high-quality, sustainable offerings to our customers. Our Culture and Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. With employees representing 79 nationalities, we champion diversity, provide equal opportunities, and actively combat all forms of discrimination. At ROCKWOOL, you'll find a welcoming team environment built on what we proudly call “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This cultural foundation reflects our core values: ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency. ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today’s biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity and flooding. Stone wool is a natural, fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With approximately 12 000 dedicated colleagues in 40 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products. Our employees are the reason we can achieve our goals and adapt to the changing world around us. Whether in an office, sales or factory role, our employees contribute actively to making the world safer and more sustainable. Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? Join us and make a difference! http://www.rockwool.com/group/about-us/careers/

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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