Emerge is recruiting for a Maintenance Manager Job in Winsted, CT for our client, a busy manufacturer of technical products. The Maintenance and Facilities Manager will oversee  maintenance technicians, tool room, storage crib, and external contractors in a technologically advanced manufacturing facility. This role applies Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies to maintain and optimize the plant's infrastructure, tools, and equipment. We are seeking candidates with an engineering background and  experience in technical manufacturing such as machining are a plus! Our client offers a salary of between $140,000 and $150,000 per year plus a generous bonus plan (12%), excellent benefits that start day one, and relocation package is available.

Responsibilities for the Maintenance Manager job in Winsted, CT include:

• Leadership: Manage Maintenance and Facilities departments, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and asset utilization.
• Maintenance Oversight: Minimize unplanned equipment downtime and maximize reliability using Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and other Lean methods. Develop preventative maintenance schedules and manage critical parts inventory.
• Project Management: Establish goals for maintenance and facilities projects, including design, installation, and modification of equipment. Lead the execution of projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Budget Management: Oversee maintenance and repair budgets, and handle capital expenditure requests), ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean initiatives to improve safety, production efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance equipment reliability.
• Contractor Management: Hire, supervise, and evaluate external contractors to ensure quality work. Ensure seamless integration of external services with internal processes.
• Coordination & Communication: Work cross-functionally with other departments, ensuring interventions align with business needs and minimize disruptions. Report progress and updates to key stakeholders regularly.
• Talent Development: Coach and mentor maintenance staff to build technical skills and foster professional growth. Identify opportunities for continuous learning and development within the team.
• Troubleshooting & Urgency: Troubleshoot equipment issues swiftly, maintaining a sense of urgency to minimize downtime and keep production on track.
• Community Involvement: Represent the company at community planning boards and contribute to external relations related to plant infrastructure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) or more years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant, with 3+ years in a management role.
• Ideal Candidates will have experience in CNC Machining environment.
• Must be a champion of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement methods. Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus!
• Project management skills. 
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status; ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Flexibility for occasional night and weekend work when needed.

If you are qualified for this position, please click “apply now”. Thank you in advance for applying; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. \#INDOH

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