Maintenance and Reliability Manager

Location: Phillipsburg, NJ

Salary Range: $130-140K annually + 10% bonus

Job Summary:

The Maintenance and Reliability Manager will oversee the operating performance and all plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, and instruments and controls. They will be responsible for monitoring operating and outage reports, ensuring performance targets are met, and managing the Operations and Maintenance budget. This role is based in Phillipsburg, NJ and offers the opportunity to be a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) supporting growth and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as cGMP's, EPA, OSHA, DEA, DOT, and other relevant guidelines
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and collaborative skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and project management capabilities
• Manage repair and maintenance of manufacturing, utilities, distribution, and wastewater treatment
• Establish key performance metrics, drive productivity and continuous improvement
• Maintain maintenance equipment records and reports
• Implement preventive maintenance best practices
• Support Process Safety Management systems compliance
• Manage contracts for maintenance and repairs, ensuring timely completion
• Ensure work is conducted safely and in compliance with regulations
• Monitor expenses and control maintenance budget
• Identify and maintain critical spare parts
• Assist with capital project scope, installation, and startup
• Manage the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Oversee Union staff, Collective Bargaining Agreement administration, and labor relations
• Participate in multi-functional project teams

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance or equipment repair experience, preferably in manufacturing or chemical industries
• Experience managing Union staff, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and labor relations
• In-depth knowledge of industry and regulatory standards
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement methods, maintenance management systems, and OSHA PSM
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience