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Our client is seeking an accomplished Maintenance/Reliability Manager to lead the maintenance teams at our Plywood manufacturing facilities in Medford, Oregon. If you’re a results-driven leader with a passion for reliability-centered maintenance and a background in wood products or manufacturing, we invite you to apply to join our team.
About the Role:
As Maintenance/Reliability Manager, you’ll provide strategic and hands-on leadership to all maintenance functions-driving operational efficiency by developing maintenance strategies and leading reliability initiatives including equipment reliability, operational uptime, analyzing performance data, and team engagement. You’ll champion Core Values: Integrity, Safety, Respect, and Excellence, while shaping a culture centered on safety, continuous improvement, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled team (millwrights, electricians, mechanics, technicians) to achieve optimal plant performance and reliability.
- Oversee and prioritize all aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance, including shutdowns, equipment upgrades, predictive and preventative maintenance, and process improvements.
- Champion reliability-centered maintenance strategies that reduce unplanned downtime and extend asset life.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and environmental teams to drive plant efficiency, safety, and compliance.
- Manage project construction, vendor coordination, new equipment installations, and continuous process upgrades.
- Standardize parts and procedures, implement training, and stay current on technology advancements for enhanced reliability.
- Monitor costs, maintain budgets, and ensure all projects and repairs meet required timelines and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring (minimum education and experience):
- BS degree in Engineering, Science, or related field preferred.
- Seven (7)+ years’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with three (3)+ years in a supervisory role strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership experience in manufacturing maintenance-preferably in wood products or related industries.
- Demonstrated success in building and sustaining reliability-focused maintenance programs.
- Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of preventative maintenance, OSHA/plant safety, and regulatory compliance.
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