CPS - Industrial Maintenance Manager

Location: Plant 1 – 3900 N. Comotara, Wichita, KS 67226 Must be willing to travel between plants At Central Plains Steel, we hire Ideal Team Players who are humble, hungry, and smart. Team-first professionals who take initiative, build strong relationships, and live the values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability to deliver Best-in-Class customer service to internal and external customers. Competitive pay Quarterly Incentives Full benefits package Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability insurance 401(k) with company match 100% match for the first 4% of your contribution Paid time off & 10 paid holidays Career growth & advancement potential All necessary safety training and equipment provided Stable, long term employment with a reputable company

Physical Requirements: Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Job Function Maintenance Leadership Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations. Establish department goals, performance metrics, and accountability measures. Schedule maintenance activities to minimize production downtime. Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex equipment issues. Participate in hiring, training, and performance management of maintenance personnel. Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Develop, implement, and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. Oversee maintenance and repair of: Decoil/blanking/cut-to-length lines Overhead bridge cranes Side loaders and material handling equipment Forklifts Trumpf laser cutting machines CNC press brakes Air compressors and utility systems Facility electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime. Maintain equipment records, repair histories, and preventive maintenance schedules. Safety & Compliance Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies. Lead lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices and machine guarding compliance. Conduct maintenance-related safety audits and corrective action activities. Ensure maintenance activities comply with environmental regulations and company standards. Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions. Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction. Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives. Recommend capital improvements, equipment upgrades, and automation opportunities. Budget & Vendor Management Develop and manage maintenance department budgets. Monitor maintenance spending and identify cost-saving opportunities. Manage relationships with equipment manufacturers, contractors, and service providers. Source parts, tools, and services necessary to maintain operational efficiency. Support capital expenditure planning and equipment installation projects. Production Support Partner with Operations, Production, Quality, and Safety teams to meet customer requirements and production schedules. Support emergency repair needs and respond to critical equipment breakdowns when necessary. Participate in production planning discussions to coordinate maintenance activities.

Required Skills: Valid Driver’s License - required.

Preferred Qualifications: Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.