Maintenance Manager - Charlotte Area

Maintenance Manager | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Charlotte, seeking experienced Maintenance Managers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Charlotte region seeking Maintenance Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Manage maintenance budget, spare parts inventory, and procurement processes to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Oversee all corrective maintenance activities, prioritizing repairs to quickly resolve breakdowns and restore production.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies within the maintenance department.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and maintenance processes.
• Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for work order management, asset tracking, and data analysis.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a maintenance team in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial machinery, electrical systems, and automation (PLCs).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience managing departmental budgets and controlling maintenance costs.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and best practices in an industrial setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced CMMS administration, optimization, or implementation.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience implementing Predictive Maintenance (PdM) technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermal imaging).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent experience managing capital projects.
• Background in energy management, sustainability initiatives, or facility upgrades.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Director of Maintenance, Plant Maintenance Manager, Industrial Maintenance Manager, Reliability Manager, Asset Manager, Building Services Manager, Facilities Operations 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.