Maintenance Manager | Mason, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mason seeking experienced Maintenance Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Mason 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

• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all manufacturing equipment.
• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Manage the maintenance budget, optimizing resource allocation and controlling costs.
• Oversee the procurement and inventory of spare parts and critical maintenance supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Implement and manage a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in preventative maintenance (PM) and total productive maintenance (TPM) systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, machinery, and facility infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• CMRP or other relevant maintenance certification
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Proficiency in CMMS software beyond basic data entry and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor maintenance technicians

Job Titles That Should Apply

Facilities Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Asset Manager, Reliability Engineer, Maintenance Planner, Building Services Manager, Technical Services Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.