Maintenance & Reliability Manager

Company: Kane Partners LLC
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Maintenance. Drive Reliability. Own the Process.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.



We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance & Reliability Leader with a deep background in high-horsepower rotating equipment, power systems, and industrial process operations.

This isn't just a maintenance role - it's about leading strategy, building teams, and driving performance in a complex, high-energy manufacturing environment.



The Company:

An industry leader in large-scale process manufacturing - operating critical assets like power boilers, turbines, chillers, pumps, and motors at scale. Strong commitment to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.



What You'll Own:

- Full responsibility for plant maintenance - mechanical, electrical, and utilities.

- Lead a skilled team of techs, planners, and reliability specialists.

- Manage powerhouse operations - boilers, turbines, generators, and support systems.

- Develop & execute maintenance strategies for maximum equipment uptime & safety.

- Champion reliability engineering, predictive maintenance, and root cause analysis.

- Lead capital improvement and modernization projects.

- Build partnerships across production, engineering, and leadership teams.



What We're Looking For:

- Maintenance or Reliability leadership experience in heavy industrial environments - paper, power, chemicals, refining, or steel preferred.

- Deep knowledge of power generation equipment: industrial boilers, turbines, pumps, motors, MCCs, VFDs, switchgear, etc.

- Strong background in rotating equipment maintenance & reliability practices.

- Proven leadership skills - ability to develop people & drive accountability.

- Experience managing budgets, contractors, and capital projects.

- Safety-first mindset - driven by operational discipline.



Bonus Points For:

- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

- Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration, thermal, oil analysis).

- Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or similar credential.



What's In It For You:

- Highly competitive salary + annual bonus.

- Industry-leading benefits package - health, dental, vision, 401(k) match.

- Strong investment in training, development, and career advancement.

- Be the key driver of reliability in a critical manufacturing operation.



Ready to Lead Big Iron?

If you're a high-energy Maintenance Leader who thrives in heavy industry and loves the challenge of driving reliability in a powerhouse operation - we want to talk.



Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified candidates will be considered.

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