Maintenance Manager - Grand Rapids Area

Maintenance Manager | Grand Rapids, MI

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

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for maximizing equipment uptime and leading maintenance teams? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Maintenance Managers to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Maintenance Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Lead, train, and manage a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors.
• Ensure optimal operational efficiency and reliability of all manufacturing equipment and facilities.
• Manage the maintenance budget, including spare parts inventory and external service contracts.
• Oversee all equipment repair, troubleshooting, and installation activities.
• Establish and enforce strict safety protocols and compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Utilize CMMS to track maintenance activities, analyze data, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical proficiency with industrial equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing, mentoring, and developing a team of maintenance technicians.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing preventative (PM), predictive (PdM), and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs.
• Proven ability to manage maintenance budgets, schedules, and CMMS software.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• CMRP or CRL certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience managing capital improvement projects for facilities or equipment.
• Proficiency with advanced data analytics tools for maintenance performance metrics.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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