Facilities Maintenance Manager
Eldridge, IA – Direct Hire
Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our customer’s team at their facility in Eldridge, IA. As a member of the team, the selected candidate will be an experienced Facilities Manager who is responsible for leading our maintenance department in a high-precision Computer Numerical Control (CNC) manufacturing environment. This position includes responsibility for Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) compliance and initiatives, as well as oversight of building security, 5S program implementation, and servicing of buildings, grounds, network infrastructure, and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities and CNC equipment maintenance, team leadership, and regulatory compliance.
This is a direct hire position for our customers with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within their organization.
Duties:
- Recruit and hire, train, evaluate counsel technically, schedule, and discipline the employees reporting to this position.
- Approve/recommend purchases of materials, supplies, services, and equipment related to safety and the operation of the company.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Comprehension of safety and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for CNC machines (e.g., lathes, mills, routers).
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
- Maintain and improve uptime and reliability of all production equipment.
- Manage CMMS system for tracking work orders, maintenance logs, and asset history.
- Coordinate with production to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption.
- Manage servicing and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and infrastructure.
- Oversee building security systems and protocols.
- Implement and sustain 5S workplace organization methodology.
- Coordinate maintenance of network infrastructure and facility-wide equipment.
- Supervise and mentor a team of maintenance repairmen and facility technicians.
- Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Provide training on CNC maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Develop departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and track data to drive decisions and action plans that align with business KPIs.
- Maintain adequate staffing and training/development to successfully support operations.
- Develop and manage the facilities and maintenance department budget.
- Source and manage external vendors for specialized repairs and services.
- Maintain inventory of critical spare parts and consumables.
- Administer EH&S programs and ensure compliance with OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state and local safety and environmental regulations.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Oversee hazardous materials handling, storage, and disposal procedures.
- Maintain documentation for environmental permits, inspections, and training records.
- Lead safety training programs and promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in engineering or related field.
- Required 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
- Required 2+ years of EH&S oversight or equivalent training/certification (e.g., OSHA 30, NFPA 70E).
- Strong knowledge of CNC Systems (Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, etc.).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated leadership.
- Ability to motivate and manage reporting personnel, as well as work in a productive, cooperative manner with other company employees.
- Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to simultaneously schedule and coordinate multiple tasks according to priority.
- Ability to counsel on safe work practices and carry out safety procedures.
Preferred:
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30-Hour General Industry.
- National Fire Protection Association 70E Electrical Safety.
- Lean Manufacturing or Total Productive Maintenance Certification.
- First Aid/CPR Certification.
Compensation & Benefits:
LMT offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and excellent growth opportunities.
If you are the right person, if you have the expertise we need, submit your resume now!