Leadman and Associates LLC
Director of Maintenance Engineering
Leadman and Associates LLC, Fort Smith, Arkansas, us, 72917
Leadman & Associates
is recruiting for a senior site leadership role for a hands‑on maintenance and engineering leader who knows how to drive reliability, uptime, and long‑term asset performance in a complex manufacturing environment. While the title includes engineering, the core focus of this role is
maintenance strategy, execution, and continuous improvement .
This opportunity is located in the Fort Smith, AR area (relocation assistance for the right candidate available*).
You will own the maintenance vision for the site, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and partner closely with operations to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and capital planning support the broader business strategy.
Why You Should Consider This Role
Opportunity to
own and elevate maintenance strategy
at a large manufacturing site
Strong visibility and partnership with Operations leadership
Ability to influence
capital planning, reliability programs, and long-term asset health
Role with real accountability, not just oversight
High salary with a 25% bonus structure tied to performance and results
In This Role, You Will:
Lead all
maintenance, engineering, reliability, and capital project activities
for the site
Establish and execute a comprehensive
maintenance strategy , including preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Drive improvements in
equipment reliability, uptime, and maintenance KPIs
Own the
maintenance and capital budgets , ensuring effective spend and ROI
Lead capital projects from concept through execution, delivering
on time and on budget
Build, coach, and develop a high-performing maintenance and engineering team
Ensure compliance with
OSHA, safety, and regulatory standards
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and external vendors
Drive a
continuous improvement culture , leveraging Lean manufacturing tools
Negotiate and manage key vendor and contractor relationships
Support ISO and safety management systems, including corrective actions and audits
What You Bring to the Table
8+ years of leadership experience in
maintenance and/or engineering
within a manufacturing environment
Proven success leading
maintenance transformation initiatives
Strong background in
preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Experience managing
capital projects and reliability strategies
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in
unionized environments
Solid understanding of
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Working knowledge of CMMS, production systems, and project management tools
Bachelor’s degree in a technical degree, ex: Engineering required
Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering preferred
Why This Role Stands Out This is not a “keep the lights on” maintenance role. It’s a chance to
set the direction , raise standards, and leave a lasting impact on how maintenance supports operational excellence. The right leader will bring structure, discipline, and forward‑thinking strategy while staying close enough to the floor to understand what truly drives performance.
Apply today! *Must be a U.S. Citizen
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is recruiting for a senior site leadership role for a hands‑on maintenance and engineering leader who knows how to drive reliability, uptime, and long‑term asset performance in a complex manufacturing environment. While the title includes engineering, the core focus of this role is
maintenance strategy, execution, and continuous improvement .
This opportunity is located in the Fort Smith, AR area (relocation assistance for the right candidate available*).
You will own the maintenance vision for the site, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and partner closely with operations to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and capital planning support the broader business strategy.
Why You Should Consider This Role
Opportunity to
own and elevate maintenance strategy
at a large manufacturing site
Strong visibility and partnership with Operations leadership
Ability to influence
capital planning, reliability programs, and long-term asset health
Role with real accountability, not just oversight
High salary with a 25% bonus structure tied to performance and results
In This Role, You Will:
Lead all
maintenance, engineering, reliability, and capital project activities
for the site
Establish and execute a comprehensive
maintenance strategy , including preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Drive improvements in
equipment reliability, uptime, and maintenance KPIs
Own the
maintenance and capital budgets , ensuring effective spend and ROI
Lead capital projects from concept through execution, delivering
on time and on budget
Build, coach, and develop a high-performing maintenance and engineering team
Ensure compliance with
OSHA, safety, and regulatory standards
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and external vendors
Drive a
continuous improvement culture , leveraging Lean manufacturing tools
Negotiate and manage key vendor and contractor relationships
Support ISO and safety management systems, including corrective actions and audits
What You Bring to the Table
8+ years of leadership experience in
maintenance and/or engineering
within a manufacturing environment
Proven success leading
maintenance transformation initiatives
Strong background in
preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Experience managing
capital projects and reliability strategies
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in
unionized environments
Solid understanding of
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Working knowledge of CMMS, production systems, and project management tools
Bachelor’s degree in a technical degree, ex: Engineering required
Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering preferred
Why This Role Stands Out This is not a “keep the lights on” maintenance role. It’s a chance to
set the direction , raise standards, and leave a lasting impact on how maintenance supports operational excellence. The right leader will bring structure, discipline, and forward‑thinking strategy while staying close enough to the floor to understand what truly drives performance.
Apply today! *Must be a U.S. Citizen
#J-18808-Ljbffr