Maintenance and Reliability Manager Job at First Search Inc., Elkhart, IN

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  • First Search Inc.
  • Elkhart, IN

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Maintenance and Reliability Manager to lead, develop, and continuously enhance the maintenance and reliability function at our high-volume aluminum extrusion manufacturing facility. This leadership role is responsible for driving transformational change through data-driven strategies, maximizing equipment uptime, extending asset life, and ensuring safety and operational excellence across a 24/7 production environment.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge in extrusion press systems and reliability-centered maintenance practices, along with a proven track record of leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams through strategic and tactical maintenance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all maintenance and reliability activities, setting performance expectations aligned with business goals for safety, uptime, cost, and quality.
  • Lead the transition from a reactive to a predictive and preventative maintenance culture by deploying best-in-class methodologies, including RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and condition-based monitoring.
  • Champion a metrics-driven culture using KPIs to assess equipment effectiveness, drive accountability, and optimize maintenance performance.
  • Oversee and continuously improve the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance (PPM) programs to ensure all systems and facility infrastructure meet or exceed reliability standards.
  • Direct capital improvement initiatives, including equipment upgrades, installations, commissioning, and lifecycle replacements to support technological advancement and operational growth.
  • Manage and optimize the parts and inventory management system, ensuring critical spares availability while reducing inventory carrying costs.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and quality to support equipment standardization, root cause analysis, and systematic improvements.
  • Mentor and develop a team of maintenance supervisors and electrical/mechanical technicians, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and technical excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare and manage the department’s annual operating and capital budgets, driving cost-effective and sustainable reliability initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in maintenance and reliability within aluminum extrusion or similar heavy industrial environments.
  • Proven experience with extrusion press systems, die management, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, robotics, and industrial electrical systems.
  • Strong command of CMMS systems and reliability analytics software; experience with COGZ or similar platforms preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CMRP, PMP, Lean Six Sigma, RA Plus) preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in budget development, cost control, and capital project execution.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across all organizational levels.
  • Ability to lead in a high-pressure, fast-paced, and performance-driven environment.

Why Join Us:

  • Join a growing and technologically advanced aluminum extrusion operation.
  • Lead high-impact transformation initiatives with executive support.
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
  • Receive relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits to support your transition and long-term success.

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