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Ainsley Search Group is partnering with a global manufacturer in Chester County, PA to hire a Maintenance & Reliability Manager to lead maintenance operations with a focus on driving equipment reliability, automation performance, and process uptime. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional with a strong engineering foundation who can balance day-to-day plant maintenance with long-term reliability strategy.

This position reports directly to the VP of Operations and is considered a key part of the plant’s succession planning for a future Plant Manager or Engineering Manager role. If you are a proactive, driven leader who is passionate about optimizing equipment performance and growing your career, we want to speak with you.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the maintenance team responsible for automated equipment, plant systems, and preventative/predictive maintenance programs.
• Own the maintenance and reliability roadmap , driving improvements to equipment uptime, work order completion, spare parts optimization, and PM compliance.
• Troubleshoot and support complex automation, controls, and PLC systems in coordination with engineering.
• Partner with the VP of Operations to plan and execute capital projects , upgrades, and root cause analysis efforts.
• Establish performance metrics (KPIs) and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing, TPM, and Six Sigma practices.
• Provide training and mentorship to maintenance staff on maintenance best practices, safety, and reliability-focused tools.
• Manage the spare parts inventory, maintenance budget, and outsourced contractor support as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, process engineering, and safety teams to ensure plant systems are operating efficiently and safely.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance leadership or reliability role in a high-speed, high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on background in automation systems, electrical troubleshooting , and control systems (PLC, HMI).
• Experience leading preventive and predictive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, and spare parts optimization.
• Proven success implementing lean maintenance , RCA , and CI initiatives (5S, CAPA, Six Sigma, etc.).
• A collaborative leadership style and desire to grow into a more senior operations or engineering role over time.

Compensations and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Annual performance bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO + paid holidays
• Relocation assistance available
• Long-term opportunity to grow into Plant Manager or Engineering Manager