Maintenance Manager

Quaker Houghton
Dayton, OH

Job Summary

Job Description

ESSENTAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinates and directs the design, planning, construction, maintenance, and alteration of equipment, machinery, and buildings.
  • Inspects equipment, office, and laboratory facilities to ensure proper maintenance.
  • Analyzes facilities HVAC systems, facility wiring, lighting, and other factors.
  • Oversees operation of the plant utility systems including, two boilers, two hot oil systems, air compressors, cooling tower, scrubber system, nitrogen, fire protection system, and all associated equipment in those systems.
  • Plans, budgets, and schedules facilities modifications including cost estimates, bid sheets, layouts, and contracts for any construction needs.
  • Develops long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay requirements and documentation for facility.
  • Formulates and coordinates program specifications, requirements for proposals and contracts, and associated documents.
  • Acts as liaison to public utility, environmental, and energy agencies.
  • Inspects construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established specifications.
  • Oversees the coordination of building space allocation, layout, and communication services.
  • Oversees and directs all contractors engaged in equipment installation, facilities equipment repair, and preventive maintenance.
  • Track and record monthly reports on usage and spending for site utilities, including electricity, natural gas, water, wastewater, and nitrogen.
  • Supports and executes continual improvement projects and processes, including but not limited to 5S, Kaizen events, process mapping, and other methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or three-five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must have leadership ability with a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions to provide guidance to associates.
  • Good math, analytical and reporting skills.
  • Strong computer skills, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), and familiarity with facilities work management systems and accounting software.
  • Must be flexible to work occasional on-call, weekend, and holiday schedules in this 24-hour 7-day/week operation.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate orally and in writing to internal and external customers.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, usually under deadlines.
  • Facility Management Professional (FMP) credential is a plus.
  • Directs all personnel related actions including training, performance appraisal and professional development.
  • Directly supervises other employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work.
  • Responsible for maintenance budget (receive invoices on time, guarantee they entered JDE, manage maintenance OPEX).

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or three-five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

Math Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software and Enterprise Resource System database software.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages maintenance technicians, vendors, and contractors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Note: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in high places; work near exposed electrical equipment; work near fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals; and outdoor weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate within the manufacturing and utility areas.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may have to stand for extended periods and walk moderate distances daily; routinely required to reach with hands and arms; may be required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds (25 kilograms).

What's in it for You?

$1,500 Sign On Bonus
Generous annual paid time off.
401 (k) employer match.
Health care, dental and vision benefits.
Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
Tuition Reimbursement

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email [email protected].


About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

What's in it for you

  • Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory

  • Paid time off for volunteerism

  • Dress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bring

  • Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan

  • Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry

Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities.

Posted 2026-03-17

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