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Maintenance Manager

MasoniteDickson, TNL7 ManagerSeptember 11th, 2026
OverviewThe Maintenance Manager ensures all mechanical and electrical plant equipment is maintained and is in good operating condition, to minimize downtime, optimize production, machine up-time, and facilitate smooth on-schedule maintenance outage and repair. This position creates and implements preventative maintenance programs, meeting maintenance cost budgets, and equipment up-time goals, pre-qualifying contractors and administrative contracts for equipment installation and maintenance.This leader creates and establishes standard work for the Maintenance department and establish routines with measurable results on a daily basis. This role schedules mechanics for repair and maintenance of equipment.ResponsibilitiesSupervises and establishes priorities and schedule personnel for maintenance of all plant equipment, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulicResponds to breakdowns by determining problem and effect immediate repairSupports a corporate culture that focuses on facts, tangible results and behaviorsEstablishes and monitors plant-wide preventive maintenance programMaintains plant maintenance staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintains a safe and secure work environment; develops personal growth opportunitiesAccomplishes staff results by communicating job goals and expectations; plans, monitors, and appraises job results; coaches, counsels, and disciplines employees; initiates, coordinates, and enforces systems, policies, and proceduresMaintains standard operating procedures and revision control on all plant equipmentWorks with vendors to assure proper inventory and quality for all equipmentAchieves MRO financial objectives by establishing objectives; develops budgets; controls costs, maximizing use of available assetsMaintains inventory of supplies and spare parts for maintenance departmentEnsures efficient utilization of plant personnel and equipment to meet equipment p-time OEE2 goals, and downtime goals for plant as established in stated AOPSchedules maintenance repairs and prioritizes jobs in order to meet production requirementsPerforms installation, start-up and commissioning of all plant equipment Behaves continuously and consistently with desired Masonite Mprove values, and characteristicsCommunicates and facilitates meetings effectivelyIdentifies and resolves issues skillfully and in a timely mannerKeeps abreast of emerging technology and industry practicesMaintains machine shop capable of making mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs to manufacturing and plant equipmentKnowledge/Skills/Abilities: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to create and drive change and effectively communicate throughout the organizationWorking knowledge of PLC programming.Ability to demonstrate set-up and operational experience of on-line and off-line auxiliary equipmentStrong aptitude to equipment technology troubleshooting and repairDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teamsHands-on ability and willingness to troubleshoot and perform mechanics workAbility to implement a Maintenance Word-Order-System or CMMS Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environmentExcellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, computer literacy, and ability to supervise are essential for the candidate to perform successfully in this positionGood oral and written communication skills Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & MS ProjectWorks with integrity and respect displaying a high degree of tact and diplomacyMust be familiar with various measuring devices and analyzing informationQualificationsBachelor's Degree preferably in Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Technology5-10 years' experience managing in a manufacturing maintenance department with hourly, supervisory and staff direct reportsSix Sigma Lean GB experience highly desired or ability to obtain GB certification within 12 months Kaizen and 5-S experience highly desiredElectrical background and PLC experience preferred Experience with maintenance management software including inventory, work-order system, and MRO