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Maintenance Manager
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Lignum Group
Modesto, CA (In Person)
$133,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Summary The Maintenance Manager is the senior maintenance leader responsible for the overall reliability, safety, and performance of all site equipment, buildings, and facility infrastructure. This role ensures that maintenance operations support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted production while meeting all regulatory, environmental, and organizational standards. Success is achieved through the direct leadership and development of supervisors and technicians while building a strong, engaged maintenance organization capable of delivering reliable equipment performance, preventive maintenance discipline, and continuous improvement across the facility. Essential Duties Operational Performance & KPI Accountability Own and drive maintenance performance against key metrics, including safety, equipment uptime, maintenance cost, work order completion, and preventive/predictive maintenance compliance. Translate site and organizational objectives into clear maintenance goals, priorities, and operating plans. Ensure disciplined execution of daily management systems, standard work, and KPI reviews. Maintain full maintenance coverage during production hours and ensure rapid response to equipment issues. Ensure all maintenance work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and organizational standards. Maintain accurate maintenance records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and risk assessments for all maintenance activities. Support production by ensuring equipment reliability, timely repairs, and effective maintenance planning. Organizational Leadership & People Development Provide visible, values-based leadership that sets clear expectations for behavior, performance, and accountability across the maintenance team. Lead, coach, and develop maintenance supervisors and technicians, ensuring they are equipped to troubleshoot, solve problems, and deliver results through others. Build a high-performing maintenance team through effective hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and succession planning. Foster an inclusive, respectful, and engaged workplace culture where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are shared responsibilities. Communicate effectively and consistently with employees, reinforcing organizational vision, priorities, and objectives. Partner with Human Resources to address employee relations matters and workforce planning. Safety, Quality & Compliance Leadership Champion a proactive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors, enforcing standards, leading incident investigations, and driving corrective actions. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, safety, and labor requirements. Maintain adherence to quality standards and support investigations into customer or warranty issues when required. Act as the maintenance authority for audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions. Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve maintenance processes. Drive root-cause problem-solving and data-driven decision making. Lead change initiatives effectively by engaging stakeholders, communicating clearly, and sustaining improvements over time. Balance short-term repair needs with long-term equipment reliability and team capability development. Financial & Strategic Stewardship Maintain accountability for maintenance financial performance, including labor, operating costs, and contractor spend. Manage maintenance budgets and ensure cost-effective operations. Source and manage third-party contractors, obtaining competitive quotations to ensure value. Support capital planning by identifying maintenance-related risks, equipment needs, and reliability improvement opportunities. General Responsibilities Maintain accurate records and reporting across all maintenance activities. Participate in meetings, training, and development activities as required. Follow organizational policies, code of conduct, and compliance requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or eight to ten years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical operations. Strong ability to use power and hand tools. Supply chain management experience preferred. Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as probability, statistics, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Computer Skills Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook. Personal AttributesDepartment Leadership Serves as the visible, accountable maintenance leader, shaping equipment reliability, culture, and behavior. Builds long-term organizational capability while balancing operational urgency with people development and succession planning. People-Centered, Results-Driven Delivers results through supervisors and technicians rather than direct control. Sets clear expectations, fosters accountability and trust, and manages performance fairly and effectively. Operational & Strategic Focus Aligns maintenance KPIs and execution with facility objectives, customer commitments, and financial goals. Uses data, standard work, and problem-solving methods while maintaining both short-term responsiveness and long-term reliability. Comfort with Complexity Makes sound decisions in dynamic, ambiguous environments with competing priorities. Leads calmly and decisively through equipment failures, disruptions, and organizational change. Influence-Based Leadership Is visible, approachable, and accessible to team members, fostering open dialogue and trust. Builds alignment through credibility and relationships rather than authority. Effectively influences cross-functional partners and gains buy-in at all organizational levels. Change & Continuous Improvement Champions continuous improvement as both a performance system and leadership mindset. Engages teams in change initiatives and sustains gains through embedded leadership routines. Safety, Values & Integrity Models personal accountability for safety, quality, and ethical behavior. Treats safety, respect for people, and organizational values as non-negotiable standards. Professional Presence Communicates clearly and confidently across all levels. Represents the maintenance function professionally with leadership, auditors, and external stakeholders. Physical Demands Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. Body Movement & Posture Standing or walking for extended periods. Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, or working in confined spaces. Manual Dexterity & Handling Using hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. Operating machinery or tools with precision. Performing repetitive motion tasks. Strength & Lifting Lifting and carrying materials, often up to 25-50 lbs. (11-23 kg). Pushing or pulling carts, pallets, or equipment. Sensory Requirements Near and far visual acuity for spotting defects or reading gauges. Ability to hear alarms, instructions, and machinery sounds. Peripheral vision for monitoring surroundings. Cognitive & Environmental Factors Maintaining focus in noisy or fast-paced environments. Working independently and collaboratively within teams. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, chemicals, or other industrial conditions depending on the facility.