Maintenance Manager - Byron Center Area

Maintenance Manager | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Byron Center seeking experienced Maintenance Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Byron Center that are adding Maintenance Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians and support staff.
• Manage the maintenance budget, spare parts inventory, and procurement of necessary equipment and services.
• Oversee the diagnosis and repair of complex machinery breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies within maintenance operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and overall asset performance.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, and quality departments to schedule maintenance activities and support new equipment installations.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in maintenance leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and maintenance best practices (e.g., TPM, RCM, PdM, PM).
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, automation, and facility infrastructure.
• Experience with maintenance budgeting, capital project management, and spare parts inventory optimization.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced CMMS/EAM administration or implementation experience.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience implementing or managing Predictive Maintenance (PdM) technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or significant experience leading capital improvement projects.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Facilities Maintenance Manager, Director of Maintenance, Plant Maintenance Manager, Industrial Maintenance Manager, Reliability Manager, Asset Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Operations Manager, Head of Maintenance

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.