Maintenance Manager - Cadillac Area

Maintenance Manager | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Maintenance Managers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Cadillac that are seeking skilled Maintenance Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lead, mentor, and schedule a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Manage the maintenance budget, including spare parts inventory, procurement, and external service contracts.
• Oversee the timely repair and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Drive initiatives to improve equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and overall asset performance.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to coordinate maintenance schedules and support new equipment installations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial machinery, automation, and facility systems.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and data analysis for continuous improvement.
• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with advanced CMMS administration and optimization.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermal imaging).
• OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Asset Manager, Reliability Manager, Director of Maintenance, Head of Maintenance, Plant Maintenance Manager, Building Maintenance Manager, Facilities Operations Manager, Technical Services Manager

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.