At Ecore, we transform reclaimed rubber into innovative performance surfaces that protect people and the planet. Our products power everything from playgrounds and gyms to hospitals, courts, and even rockets-helping people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves. As a high-growth, sustainability-driven company, we're leading the way in circular innovation by keeping rubber out of landfills and turning waste into wellness, safety, and performance. We're excited to find individuals who are eager to be part of a team that's driving global impact through innovation, sustainability, and purpose.
Location: 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601
1st Shift | $125,000-$140,000 | Onsite
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance & Reliability Manager to lead maintenance operations across capital-intensive, heavy manufacturing environments. This critical leadership role is responsible for driving world-class equipment reliability, developing a robust Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, and leading a large team of skilled maintenance professionals.
The Maintenance & Reliability Manager will oversee both preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, reduce downtime and production losses, and support continuous improvement initiatives across multiple plants. This position manages approximately 16 direct reports and balances hands-on technical involvement (40%) with people leadership and strategic management (60%).
We are seeking candidates with deep experience in heavy manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise, and schedule electro-mechanics and maintenance personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective maintenance operationsDevelop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical production lines, ancillary equipment, material handling, dust collection, and reclaim systemsCoordinate planned and unplanned maintenance activities to minimize production downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operating standardsPartner with production leadership, project engineering, and external vendors to execute scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, changeovers, and new equipment installationsTrack production losses and abnormal maintenance costs; perform root cause analysis and lead corrective action plans in collaboration with operationsUtilize the MaintainX CMMS to review machine data, manage maintenance activities, and maintain a critical spares database across multiple plantsIdentify, source, and align critical spare parts and maintenance inventory to ensure equipment readinessSupport reliability and maintainability efforts for new or modified equipment installationsActively participate in company initiatives such as Gemba walks, Kaizen events, Lean manufacturing efforts, and cost-savings initiativesEnsure all maintenance work complies with applicable codes, regulations, and manufacturer standardsLead and complete special projects, including capital projects, critical spares development, and reliability improvements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience10+ years of technical maintenance experience in high-volume, heavy manufacturing environments10+ years of leadership experience, managing teams of 20+ maintenance personnelProven experience with preventive, predictive, reactive, and autonomous maintenance programsStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills with demonstrated success in root cause analysis and improvement initiativesExperience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and predictive maintenance technologiesFamiliarity with CMMS systems; experience with MaintainX preferredProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; AutoCAD, PLCs, ERP systems are a plusStrong leadership, communication, decision-making, and project management capabilitiesSolid financial acumen related to maintenance costs and capital planningAbility to adapt to changing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environmentAbility and willingness to travel occasionally to support other sites as needed
Work Environment
Combination of office and manufacturing environmentsManufacturing conditions may include exposure to loud noise, extreme temperatures, dust/pigment, hazardous gases, and moving machineryRequired use of PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toe/composite boots, and hearing protection
Physical & Mental Requirements
Ability to move throughout manufacturing facilities as neededEffective verbal and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail, time management, and safety awarenessAbility to work in physically demanding and high-pressure environments
What we offer you:
Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage401k with a company matchPTO Hours are accrued from Day 1Tuition reimbursementOpportunities for development and internal promotionsTwo minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit
Sometimes the best jobs get missed because people think they don't have what it takes. At Ecore, we know hard work, reliability, and a good attitude matter most. No matter your background, experience, or where you've come from, if this job sounds like something you'd be proud to do, we're excited to meet you.
Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer. (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS: Ecore International and its subsidiaries participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If, after an applicant has been extended and accepted an offer of employment, the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including withdrawal of the offer of employment or terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer may use E-Verify's photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) photograph.
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