Maintenance Manager/Data Driven Reliability Leader - 
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
130000-155000
Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations at a specialty chemical manufacturing facility in Baltimore, MD. This role is responsible for driving equipment reliability, maintenance performance, and operational efficiency through a structured, data-driven approach.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a performance-based environment, builds accountability within teams, and uses metrics and data to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of plant maintenance operations, including mechanical, electrical, and reliability functions
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs
• Establish and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) including MTBF, MTTR, OEE, PM compliance, and downtime reduction
• Utilize CMMS systems (SAP preferred) to manage work orders, maintenance planning, and reporting
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to eliminate recurring equipment failures
• Build and maintain maintenance dashboards and reporting systems to drive data-based decision making
• Partner with operations and leadership to improve plant throughput, efficiency, and reliability
• Manage maintenance planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Lead capital projects, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive safety compliance and regulatory adherence, including working within a union environment
• Develop and mentor maintenance staff, ensuring accountability, performance, and skill development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environments
• Proven experience driving metrics-based maintenance programs and reliability improvements
• Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance practices
• Experience with CMMS systems (SAP preferred) and maintenance data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to improve uptime, reduce downtime, and optimize equipment performance
• Experience working in union environments preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Technical background in mechanical and/or electrical systems

Preferred Experience

• Background in chemical manufacturing or continuous process environments
• Experience implementing or working within TPM or reliability-driven maintenance systems
• Familiarity with data visualization tools or maintenance dashboards

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $130,000 – $155,000
• 15% performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity for growth within a stable and expanding organization

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a maintenance function and drive measurable impact within a growing organization. The company is committed to investing in its people, processes, and equipment, and is seeking a leader who can bring structure, accountability, and performance to maintenance operations.