Production & Maintenance Manager - Andrews, SC

We are seeking an experienced Production & Maintenance Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations at a production facility in Andrews, South Carolina. This position is responsible for leading both maintenance and production teams while ensuring operational efficiency, equipment reliability, quality standards, and workplace safety. The successful candidate will play a key role in production scheduling, maintenance planning, capital project execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established manufacturing organisation committed to operational excellence, employee development, and continuous improvement. They offer a collaborative environment where leaders are empowered to make meaningful improvements to plant performance and reliability.

Description

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop production and maintenance personnel to achieve operational goals.
• Manage production scheduling and planning activities to meet customer and business demands.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programmes, work orders, and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Serve as Project Engineer for capital improvement and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate contractors and oversee facility construction or improvement projects.
• Drive process improvements focused on safety, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate equipment, maintenance, and project records.
• Utilise ERP systems to support operational planning and maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Profile

Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Strong background in plant maintenance and manufacturing operations.
• Experience with electrical systems, PLCs, and troubleshooting industrial equipment.
• Project management experience, including capital and maintenance projects.
• Experience working with ERP software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, efficiency, and equipment reliability.

Job Offer

What's To Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to lead critical manufacturing and maintenance operations.
• Long-term career growth within a stable manufacturing environment.

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