**Job Title: Maintenance Manager** **Job Description** This is a dynamic hands-on managerial role in which you will perform maintenance and repair duties while managing departmental operations, including budgeting, KPI achievement, and maintenance planning. You will ensure the uptime and reliability of equipment and automated systems, overseeing a small team in the maintenance department. **Responsibilities** + Act as a working manager by performing hands-on maintenance and repair while managing departmental operations. + Perform industrial maintenance on automated machinery such as robotic weld cells, material handling, and assembly equipment. + Conduct mechanical maintenance on machinery, including repair of hydraulics and pneumatics. + Machine and fabricate parts using Bridgeport mills and lathes. + Monitor operational metrics and analyze data to ensure equipment and process efficiency. + Troubleshoot unforeseen issues and resolve manufacturing process breakdowns. + Review and enforce safety procedures for production floor personnel. + Assist with equipment layout design and planning. + Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations. + Estimate capital costs for new maintenance equipment and services. + Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules based on manufacturer recommendations. + Perform maintenance on malfunctioning machines or coordinate with manufacturers for repairs. + Manage departmental budget and oversee personnel across shifts if needed. **Essential Skills** + 5+ years of mechanical maintenance/machine repair experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, servos, and air cylinders. + 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience on automated machinery such as robotic weld cells, material handling, and assembly stations. + Proficient in machining and fabrication, specifically using Bridgeport mills or lathes. + Experience with maintenance supervision and management. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 3+ years of prior industrial maintenance management or supervision experience in a lead, supervisor, or manager role. + Prior experience working specifically with the person Robotic Weld Cells. + Proficient in PLC troubleshooting and electrical maintenance, including understanding control panels, up to 480 volts, three-phase electric motors, wiring, and sensors. **Why Work Here?** This position offers the opportunity for career growth and advancement into a managerial title within a growing global automotive supplier. The company, known for its advanced technology and innovation, has seen expansion since 2008 and recently invested in a new facility. Enjoy a flexible work environment and collaborative culture that promotes stability and career development. **Work Environment** The facility spans approximately 166,000 to 170,000 square feet, designed for automotive production and automation. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Utica, MI. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $83200.00 - $104000.00/yr. Full health Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Bonus up to 10% of annual salary which is tied to KPI's Life and Disability FSA and HSA that are optional Tuition Reimbursement for approved courses Vacation days, paid holidays and sick leave **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Utica,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 20, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.