Job Description

Aegis Worldwide

Maintenance Manager

Direct Hire

Indianapolis, IN

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations for our a** manufacturing facility here in Indianapolis**. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned leader with manufacturing experience who is a driven and eager to build systems, teams, and processes from the ground up. The ideal candidate will bring a strong * mechanical, electrical, and automation * background, along with a proven track record of developing high-performing maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• **Build and lead the maintenance department **for a new manufacturing facility, including hiring, training, and developing a high-performance technical team.
• Design, implement, and refine maintenance processes and systems, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and leadership teams during installation, commissioning, and scale-up of new production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure all equipment and maintenance activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards .
• Analyze equipment performance data and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish documentation, SOPs, and training materials for all maintenance activities.
• Lead a culture focused on safety, reliability, and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing; startup plant experience strongly preferred .
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical controls, automation/PLC systems, and industrial equipment .
• Experience hiring, coaching, and developing technical teams.
• Proven success implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

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