Compensation: $85,000 – $125,000 Per Year
Full Benefits: Yes
Location: Hamtramck, MI
Job Type: Direct Hire

Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Reports To: General Manager
Salary Range: $85,000 – $125,000 (based on experience), possibly more depending on exp and tenure
Departments: Heat Treat, Plating, and Locking & Sealing / Wire Processing
Direct Reports: 9–12 maintenance employees across three shifts

Company Overview

Family-oriented metal-processing manufacturer serving the automotive and industrial sectors. The Detroit
facility operates three key departments: Heat Treat, Plating, and Locking & Sealing / Wire Processing.
We take pride in producing high-quality components while maintaining a culture built on safety,
teamwork, and reliability.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance operations across three departments,
with a strong focus on electrical and PLC troubleshooting. This role oversees maintenance personnel,
ensures equipment reliability, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime. The
ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in industrial maintenance within heat treat, plating, or
sealing operations, combined with solid technical and leadership skills. The role also requires willingness
to be on-call after hours, weekends, and provide overtime support as maintenance needs dictate.

Key Responsibilities

 Lead and manage 9–12 maintenance technicians across three shifts in the Heat Treat, Plating, and
Locking & Sealing departments.
 Provide expert-level electrical troubleshooting and repair on high-voltage systems (up to 480V)
and PLC-controlled equipment.
 Read and interpret complex blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics for
troubleshooting and modifications.
 Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs
 Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
 Oversee installation, calibration, and repair of furnaces, plating lines, pumps, and automation
systems.
 Manage spare parts inventory, vendor relationships, and maintenance budgets.
 Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment performance and reliability.
 Lead safety initiatives and ensure full compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.

• Support and mentor maintenance staff through training and performance feedback.
   Oversee boiler operations (boiler license preferred but not required).
   Drive continuous improvement projects focused on equipment uptime and efficiency.
   Provide after-hours on-call coverage, respond to emergency maintenance issues, and work
  overtime and weekends as required.
  
  Qualifications
  
   High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in electrical or industrial
  maintenance preferred
   Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience, including leadership
  responsibility
   Strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting experience (required)
   Experience working in Heat Treat, Plating, or Locking & Sealing environments (required)
   Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams (required)
   Proven background in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system repair
   Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multi-shift maintenance teams
   Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to make independent decisions
   Boiler license preferred (not required)
   Willingness to be on-call, work overtime, and support weekend maintenance needs
  
  Working Conditions & Schedule
  
   Full-time, onsite role supporting a three-shift operation
   Monday through Friday schedule with frequent after-hours, weekend and emergency on-call
  responsibilities
   Mix of office and hands-on floor work in a fast-paced metal-processing manufacturing
  environment
  
  Compensation & Benefits
  
   Salary: $85,000 – $125,000 (based on experience)
   Annual profit-sharing program (after 3 years)
   Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
   401(k) with company match
   Paid time off and holidays
   Career advancement within a stable, family-oriented organization