Maintenance Manager (Master Mechanic, Multi-Site Travel) - NWI

SMS Mill Services, LLC is a leader in the steel mill services industry prioritizing recycling and environmental/worker' safety and handling all operations with integrity. SMS Corporate is seeking a

highly skilled, versatile and safety-focused

Maintenance Manager (Master Mechanic, Multi-Site Travel) with a strong background as a Master Mechanic to oversee maintenance operations across all U.S. locations. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage maintenance teams and programs. The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and leadership ability, with the flexibility and willingness to travel extensively across our nationwide facilities.

SMS provides a comprehensive range of services for steel mill customers. We partner with our customers to design custom, cost-effective solutions, which focus on adding value and achieving goals for the operation and the environment. Our range of services includes, but is not limited scrap yard management, finished or semi-finished product services, melt shop services, logistics/transportation support, and slag processing.

This position will report to a Regional Operations Director.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage maintenance operations across multiple U.S. sites, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all equipment and facilities

- Develop, implement, and oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and reduce unplanned downtime

- Serve as a Mast Mechanic to train, mentor, and support local maintenance staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence

- Partner with site managers and operations leadership to prioritize and execute maintenance initiatives

- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements across all locations

- Track and report maintenance metrics, budgets, and performance data to leadership. Prepare daily, weekly, & monthly reports of all the production activities and respond to information requests from site, division, and corporate teams

- Travel to company sites across the U.S. (estimated 50–75% travel required) to provide direct support, training, and leadership

- Comply with cost savings initiatives, identify, and recognize ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue, including treating any company expenses the same as you would if it was your own money

- Function as part of the management team and align with core values to meet company policies and goals, escalating and reporting issues that require further assistance as appropriate

- Plan, participate and actively contribute to internal and external business meetings as needed

Qualifications:

- 10+ years of maintenance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership/managerial role

- Certified Master Mechanic or equivalent expertise strongly preferred

- Deep knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with hands-on repair experience

- Excellent leadership and communication skills; proven ability to train and mentor technical teams

- Experience managing maintenance budgets, projects, and contractors

- Ability and willingness to travel extensively across the U.S. (must have valid driver’s license and passport for potential international support if needed)

- Strong commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

Preferred:

- Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or multi-site operations

- CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) proficiency

- Lean/TPM or reliability-centered maintenance background

What we can Offer:

- A comprehensive compensation package to commensurate with experience including bonuses

- Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid life insurance, etc. offered on day 1!

- 401(k) with 4% matching, 100% vested as of first contribution

- Paid holidays, 4 weeks paid vacation

- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

- Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.