Manager - Maintenance (Salary) at Sherwood Bedding

Job Description Job Description Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance activities within the manufacturing facility to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, maintain a safe work environment, and support production goals.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team, including technicians and mechanics.
• Schedule and assign daily maintenance activities.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs for all production equipment.
• Ensure maintenance tasks are completed on schedule and properly documented.
• Implement predictive maintenance practices to reduce unexpected breakdowns.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting

• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
• Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Coordinate major repairs and equipment installations.

Manufacturing Support

• Partner closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate maintenance priorities.
• Ensure machinery is operating safely and efficiently to meet production demands.
• Support new product launches and process improvements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain a safe work environment.
• Manage lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety programs.
• Investigate maintenance-related incidents and implement corrective actions.

Budget & Inventory Management

• Manage maintenance department budget and control costs.
• Track maintenance expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain adequate inventory of spare parts and critical components.
• Coordinate purchasing of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

Facilities Management

• Oversee maintenance of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, and facility infrastructure.
• Coordinate contractor services and ensure quality work completion.
• Manage facility improvement projects as needed.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive initiatives to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and reliability.
• Utilize root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.
• Track and report maintenance KPIs such as downtime, PM completion rates, and maintenance costs.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience managing maintenance teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
• Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Bedding, furniture, foam, textile, or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment uptime and reliability
• Preventive maintenance completion rate
• Downtime reduction
• Maintenance cost control
• Safety performance
• Work order completion rate
• Team productivity and development
• Production support and responsiveness

Reporting To: Plant Manager / Director of Operations
Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Mechanics, Sewing Machine Technicians, and Facility Maintenance Personnel (as applicable).