Maintenance Manager

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Manager leads the maintenance and reliability program for the chemical manufacturing facility, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all production equipment, utilities, and infrastructure. This role manages the maintenance team, oversees preventive/predictive maintenance, supports Process Safety Management (PSM) where applicable, and partners with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and EHS to maximize equipment uptime, reliability, and overall plant performance. To be successful in the role, a Maintenance Manager needs to be committed to employee development, results-driven, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast paced, process-driven environment. Located at our Florence, Kentucky site, this role reports to the Plant Manager.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

A Maintenance Manager is responsible for but not limited to the following:

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

• Oversee all mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and facilities maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable equipment performance.
• Develop and manage the preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) program, including vibration analysis, lubrication, thermography, alignment, and condition monitoring.
• Ensure timely and effective completion of work orders, PM tasks, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Drive equipment reliability improvements through root‑cause analysis, failure-mode investigations (FMEA), and engineering solutions.

Safety, Compliance & Process Safety

• Ensure maintenance work follows OSHA, NFPA, NEC, EPA, DOT, and company policies, including LOTO, confined space, hot work, line break, machine guarding, and electrical safety.
• Support and lead elements of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) programs where applicable (e.g., MOC, PHA/HAZOP actions, mechanical integrity, PSSR).
• Maintain documentation for critical equipment inspections, calibrations, relief device testing, and pressure vessel integrity programs.
• Lead safety training for maintenance personnel and contractors; ensure work permits and safe work practices are followed.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise maintenance supervisors, technicians, planners, and support staff; provide coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, overtime, and on‑call rotations.
• Build a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement within the maintenance organization.

Planning, Scheduling & Work Management

• Oversee maintenance planning and scheduling functions to maximize labor efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Ensure accurate and complete work orders, spare parts needs, failure codes, and maintenance documentation in the CMMS.
• Coordinate with Operations on planned outages, shutdowns, and project prioritization.
• Manage emergency maintenance response and troubleshooting across shifts.

Asset Management & Capital Projects

• Oversee equipment lifecycle management, including repair/replace strategies and asset health assessments.
• Manage facility infrastructure: utilities, HVAC, piping, tanks, boilers, compressors, electrical systems, and instrumentation.
• Partner with Engineering on capital projects, equipment upgrades, and installation/commissioning support.
• Assist with equipment specifications, vendor selection, and contractor oversight.

Spare Parts, Inventory & Vendor Management

• Oversee maintenance inventory, spare parts optimization, kitting, and CMMS accuracy.
• Ensure critical spares availability while controlling cost and carrying value.
• Manage vendor/contractor relationships, service agreements, and performance metrics.
• Evaluate contractors for safety, quality, and compliance.

Budget, KPIs & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, controlling labor, materials, contracts, and capital expenses.
• Track maintenance KPIs: MTBF, MTTR, uptime %, PM/PdM compliance, backlog health, work order aging, and cost per asset.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and implement ways to reduce downtime, improve energy efficiency, and extend equipment life.

POSITION BASED COMPETENCIES

• Business Planning and Analysis: Assesses business needs and goals, get consensus on planning and projections
• Sponsorship: Communicates business needs and desired outcomes to the organization   
• Collaboration:  Collaborates effectively up and down the organization in an open, transparent and fact-based manner
• Initiative:  Takes initiative with confidence, knows when to ask for guidance 
• Communication:  Possesses strong written and verbal communications skills to effectively work with stakeholders across the company
• Results driven: Delivers sustainable results in sales and marketing
• Customer Focus: Understands the importance of winning over the customer and building a strong relationship to achieve long term success
• Leadership:  Leads and motivates people to achieve the desired objectives of the organization

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering OR equivalent technical experience
• At least 7 years of work experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, coatings, or regulated manufacturing with direct plant leadership
• At least 3 years of maintenance leadership/supervision experience
• Strong experience with CMMS systems (SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM, etc.).
• Experience in PSM‑regulated processes.
• Strong mechanical/electrical/instrumentation knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, valves, piping, PLCs/DCS, and utilities.
• Expert understanding of maintenance safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Skilled in root‑cause analysis, continuous improvement, and reliability engineering concepts.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, budgets, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with CMMS, Microsoft Office, and maintenance reporting tools.

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

 

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com

The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,530.00 and $155,890.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.