Maintenance Manager - CNC

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Reports To: Area Plant Manager

Work Location: On-site

Status: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Manager will lead all maintenance and reliability efforts within a high-volume machining operation consisting of CNC machines, bar transfer systems, CNC lathes, and transfer equipment. This role is responsible for stabilizing equipment performance, reducing chronic downtime, and transitioning the plant from reactive maintenance to a fully implemented Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system.

This leader will manage a 15-person maintenance team across three shifts and drive initiatives across equipment reliability, tooling readiness, automation improvements, and capital equipment strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a 15-person maintenance team across three shifts, establishing accountability, training, and performance standards
• Assess equipment condition and execute recovery plans for aging CNC and transfer machinery
• Eliminate chronic downtime using root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, driving PM compliance above 90% and improving MTBF / MTTR
• Design and execute a TPM roadmap, including tier boards, audits, KPI tracking, and autonomous maintenance
• Lead machine rebuilds, retrofits, and control upgrades where appropriate
• Own CAPEX planning and execution, including long-term asset replacement strategy
• Manage maintenance budget, cost controls, ROI analysis, and spare parts optimization
• Oversee tooling maintenance, life standards, and readiness for CNC and transfer machines
• Partner with Production and Engineering to improve OEE and reduce downtime from tooling and setup variability
• Optimize CMMS utilization for work orders, asset tracking, and downtime analytics
• Support automation initiatives and perform intermediate PLC troubleshooting
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and execution of facility audits
• Manage third-party contractors and vendor relationships

Requirements (Must-Have)

• Extensive mechanical and electrical experience in a machining environment
• Minimum 7+ years of maintenance leadership in CNC machining or industrial manufacturing
• Strong experience with CNC systems, transfer machines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial electrical systems
• Proven success implementing TPM or reliability-centered maintenance programs
• Demonstrated experience leading CAPEX projects from justification through commissioning
• Strong financial acumen in maintenance budgeting and capital planning
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Experience leading reliability transformations and equipment turnaround initiatives

Work Environment

• Hands-on role within a climate-controlled CNC machining facility
• Regular exposure to industrial equipment, moving machinery, oils, and noise
• Requires standing/walking for extended periods and occasional lifting up to 55 lbs
• PPE required; strong emphasis on safety and operational excellence

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and alignment
• 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, and full benefits package
• Relocation assistance available

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements for this office role include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, typically up to 8 hours a day, and regularly operate standard office equipment such as computers and phones. Employees should be able to lift up to 55 pounds occasionally and frequently perform tasks that require typing, writing, and document handling. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, along with adequate visual and auditory abilities to read materials and participate in meetings.

EEOC Statement:

Strategic Systems, Inc., and its affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe diversity drives innovation and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that respects and values the contributions of all individuals.