Maintenance Manager - Kentwood Area

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Maintenance Manager | Kentwood, MI Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Kentwood, seeking experienced Maintenance Managers to strengthen their teams. The Opportunity We partner with manufacturers across Kentwood seeking Maintenance Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit. Key Responsibilities Lead, train, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability. Oversee the timely and efficient resolution of equipment breakdowns, minimizing production downtime and impact. Manage the maintenance budget, control spare parts inventory, and optimize resource allocation. Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance processes, reduce costs, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Coordinate with production, engineering, and other departments to schedule maintenance activities and support new equipment installations. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related technical field). 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Strong technical knowledge of PLC systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial electrical/mechanical systems. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing preventative and predictive maintenance programs. Proven ability to manage maintenance budgets, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Bonus Qualifications Experience with advanced CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM) for strategic asset management. Certification or proven experience in Lean, Six Sigma, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or significant experience managing capital improvement projects. Hands-on experience or strong understanding of PLC programming, industrial automation, and robotics. Job Titles That Should Apply Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Facilities Maintenance Manager, Property Maintenance Manager, Building Maintenance Manager, Operations & Maintenance Manager, Asset Maintenance Manager, Reliability Manager, Plant Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Director, Technical Services Manager, Maintenance Supervisor Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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