Maintenance Manager Job at Watkins Talent Solutions, Mobile, AL

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  • Watkins Talent Solutions
  • Mobile, AL

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance operations at our pulp and lumber manufacturing facility in the Greater Mobile, Alabama area. This role is responsible for leading a team of skilled technicians and ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of plant equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance, preventive maintenance systems, and capital improvement projects in a high-volume, wood-products environment.

REQUIRED:

  • Must have experience in a similar capacity within a pulp and/or lumber manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all maintenance personnel, including mechanics, electricians, and millwrights.
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment lifespan.
  • Coordinate maintenance schedules with production leadership to minimize operational disruptions.
  • Oversee repairs and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
  • Manage parts inventory, maintenance budget, and vendor relationships.
  • Lead capital improvement and reliability projects, including equipment upgrades and facility enhancements.
  • Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
  • Maintain CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and ensure work orders are tracked accurately.
  • Train, mentor, and evaluate maintenance staff to promote skill development and high performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, safety, and operations teams on process improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor KPIs such as equipment uptime, maintenance cost per unit, and MTTR/MTBF metrics.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting; pulp, paper, lumber, or wood products industry preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
  • Experience with CMMS platforms and maintenance planning tools.
  • Proven ability to manage teams and drive continuous improvement.
  • Solid understanding of safety practices and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

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