Maintenance and Reliability Manager

Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Maintenance and Reliability Manager to provide leadership for the maintenance and technical operations at one of its Baltimore-area facilities.Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position will have a direct impact on equipment reliability, plant productivity, maintenance strategy, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead a team of maintenance professionals while developing systems and processes that improve uptime, reduce unplanned interruptions, and support the facility's long-term operational goals.This is a non-union, mid-sized manufacturing operation and an opportunity for a hands-on leader who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day problem solving.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, direction, and development for a small team of salaried and hourly maintenance and technical employees.Establish maintenance priorities based on production requirements, equipment condition, reliability data, and business needs.Develop, implement, and continuously improve the facility's preventive and reliability-centered maintenance practices.Partner closely with Production and Operations leadership to identify recurring equipment issues and develop solutions that improve throughput and minimize downtime.Provide technical guidance and support when troubleshooting complex mechanical and operational issues involving conveyors, piping, packaging equipment, and related systems.Plan and coordinate equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and shutdown work to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.Monitor maintenance performance and ensure work is properly documented, tracked, and completed in accordance with established standards.Lead capital improvement and equipment investment projects from planning through implementation.Select, coordinate, and oversee outside contractors, service providers, and specialized technical resources as needed.Promote a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe work practices, appropriate training, regulatory compliance, and accountability throughout the maintenance organization.Evaluate emerging maintenance technologies, equipment capabilities, and industry practices to identify opportunities for improved reliability and efficiency.Drive a culture of continuous improvement and change, encouraging the team to identify opportunities to improve processes, equipment performance, and overall plant effectiveness.Background & ExperienceThe ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, maintenance leadership, and operational experience, including:Bachelor's degree in Maintenance, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.At least five years of progressive maintenance experience within a manufacturing, production, distribution, or similarly equipment-intensive environment.A minimum of three years of experience managing or leading maintenance personnel.Demonstrated success implementing or strengthening preventive maintenance and equipment reliability programs.Experience managing capital projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, or facility improvements.A track record of successfully leading teams through operational or organizational change.Strong problem-solving skills and an analytical approach to diagnosing equipment and reliability issues.A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.The ability to work effectively with Production, Operations, vendors, contractors, and other cross-functional partners.Leadership ProfileThis role is well suited to a maintenance professional who is comfortable operating at both the strategic and hands-on levels. The successful candidate will be able to establish a long-term reliability strategy while remaining engaged enough with the operation to understand problems firsthand and help the team solve them.Strong communication, accountability, organization, and change-leadership skills will be important to success in this position.Compensation & BenefitsBase salary: $135,000–$155,000Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) programRelocation assistanceOpportunity for continued career advancement within a growing organization, including potential opportunities at other company locations