Maintenance Manager (Asset Reliability)
Company: Hood Industries
Location: Wiggins
Posted on: April 2, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Description Position at Hood Plywood Hood Plywood, a division of
Hood Industries, Inc., is seeking a Maintenance Manager (Asset
Reliability) for our Wiggins, MS facility. This position would lead
the successful development and implementation of the mill
reliability program as well as manage the maintenance department in
all things related to equipment reliability, talent acquisition,
and team leadership and development. Lead the overall manufacturing
operations by utilizing the Hood Management Philosophy of “The Hood
Way” by engaging People and managing through Process to drive
sustainable Performance while maintaining positive employee
relations, meeting the company’s production goals, while operating
within company policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities: Manage and direct the activities of plant
maintenance and electrical personnel, with gate-to-gate
responsibility for the management of contracted workers. Develop
and implement a comprehensive asset management strategy for the
plywood mill, prioritizing reliability and maximizing asset
lifecycles. Lead the development and implementation of Key
Performance Indicators (KPIs) specific to asset reliability,
tracking and reporting on these KPIs to measure the effectiveness
of maintenance efforts and identify areas for improvement. Oversee
the implementation of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM)
programs for all plywood mill equipment. Analyze equipment
functions, potential failure modes, and consequences of failure to
create targeted PM tasks that maximize uptime and prevent
catastrophic breakdowns. Champion a culture of preventative
maintenance throughout the organization. Lead efforts to shift from
reactive maintenance approaches to proactive strategies that focus
on preventing equipment failures before they occur. Drive
continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance
department while improving asset utilization. Manage the
maintenance budget to ensure resources are allocated effectively
towards maximizing equipment reliability and minimizing downtime
costs. Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and
modifications that enhance reliability and maintainability,
collaborating with other departments to implement these upgrades.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts for equipment failures.
Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and
improve overall asset reliability. Perform criticality analysis of
assets to prioritize maintenance efforts. Stay up to date on the
latest reliability engineering practices such as Total Productive
Maintenance (TPM) and Lean Maintenance principles. Provide ongoing
training and development for maintenance personnel on reliability
principles and best practices. Direct, maintain, and enforce
policies and procedures including safety and environmental
requirements, upholding maximum safety standards for all
maintenance technicians. Demonstrate commitment to the team and
vision for the facility. This may include duties and
responsibilities as assigned and a flexible schedule.
Requirements/Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of plant
maintenance experience, with a strong background in reliability.
Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in plant maintenance with
a proven leadership track record. Strong understanding of
reliability principles and asset management best practices. Proven
ability to develop and implement KPI’s to measure maintenance
effectiveness and efficiency. Experience with managing maintenance
budgets and allocating resources effectively. Strong track record
for implementing continuous improvement initiatives in a
maintenance or asset management environment. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate
with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, procurement)
on reliability-focused projects. Demonstrated leadership skills to
motivate and guide the maintenance team towards a culture of
reliability and continuous improvement. Computer knowledge
including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CMMS.
Preferred Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Continuous
education in a degreed program, and/or additional certifications.
Experience with reliability centered maintenance (RCM)
methodologies and PdM technologies. Proficiency in using
reliability analysis tools such as Failure Modes and Effects
Analysis (FMEA) and cause-and-effect diagrams (Ishikawa diagrams).
Salary Range: $111,000 - $138,000 Additional Information: Hood
Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits
package including medical, employee assistance program, dental,
vision, 401(k), cancer, flexible spending accounts, life, and LTD,
available first of the month following completion of one month of
continuous full-time employment. Hood Industries requires that
applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to
continue in the selection process. All employment offers are
contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful
passing of the required drug test. If hired, you will be required
to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the
U.S. An Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: Hood Industries, Jackson , Maintenance Manager (Asset Reliability), Engineering , Wiggins, Mississippi
