Machine Maintenance Engineer Manager

Job Title: Machine Maintenance Engineer Manager 1st Shift
Location: Garden City, NY, US, 11530
Position Summary:
The Machine Maintenance Engineer Manager ensures safety is the top priority while supporting Production needs. This hands-on role oversees the installation, repair, and upkeep of facilities, equipment, and offices. The ideal candidate has detailed knowledge of manufacturing machines (CNC, Vacuum Braze Ovens, etc.) and excels at designing maintenance procedures, tracking budgets, performing inspections, and executing repairs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor employees in the maintenance department.
• Train team members in equipment maintenance, safety procedures, and operational efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment while meeting production needs.
• Work independently or collaboratively with the team to complete tasks efficiently.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance across the production floor.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair production and process equipment.
• Coordinate with contractors to obtain repair information, parts, and procedures.
• Design and implement maintenance procedures; track budgets and expenses.
• Facilitate property insurance audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors for maintenance services.
• Ensure operational efficiency of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
• Maintain company facilities in a clean and hygienic condition.
• Perform other duties and assignments as required.

Required Skills and Abilities:
Machine & Equipment Repair:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, disassemble, and repair production equipment safely.
• Perform alignments, lubrication, coolant changes, and other routine machine maintenance.
• Demonstrate versatility across multiple systems and trades.

Electrical, HVAC, & Plumbing:

• Basic knowledge of electrical systems (DC and AC, 24V–480V).
• Ability to read, interpret, and modify electrical schematics and prints.
• Experience with ladder logic, PLCs, VFDs, and instrumentation/control devices.
• Familiarity with gas/oil heating systems, air handlers, condensers, and evaporators.

Safety:

• Promote and enforce a safety-first culture on the production floor.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout, Arc Flash, Machine Guarding, HazCom, DOT, RCRA, and material handling.

Leadership:

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated success leading, motivating, and coaching diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to interact effectively at all levels.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or equivalent training.
• Background in general maintenance of manufacturing machines and process equipment (automated systems, chillers, air compressors, hydraulics, pneumatics).
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Experience with MS Office preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Active role requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day.
• Fine manipulation and repetitive motion may be required for some tasks.

Pay Details: $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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