SUMMARY

We are seeking a strong, visionary leader for a Maintenance Manager for the Pryor, Oklahoma, area with a proven track record in industrial maintenance and reliability in overseeing site-wide mechanical operations. This role is pivotal in driving strategic initiatives, optimizing asset performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across a large-scale operation. The ideal candidate will bring deep trade experience, technical reliability expertise, and a collaborative mindset to lead a diverse team and manage complex vendor relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop the maintenance Safety culture and enforce safe work practices, policies and accountability.
• Utilize LEAN manufacturing experience to drive the strategic plan and support continued implementation of LEAN methodologies and tools.
• Drive asset reliability programs and processes that support operations objectives.
• Participate in the annual action planning process and budget development.
• Prepare and execute investment and asset maintenance plans, shutdowns, and meet return on investment targets.
• Engage and develop employees for personal & professional growth.
• In accordance with established business rules and best practices, ensure compliance with Cascades’ business processes in the plant.
• Support and lead maintenance team KPI’s and quality of work.
• Communicate, lead, and support the plan that will achieve targets in terms of production capacity, standardization of operating costs, quality, engagement and health and safety.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Manufacturing operations leadership experience with at least 5 years in an engineering, maintenance or reliability role considered in lieu of a degree.
• 2 years’ experience required in the following:
• Experience leading a maintenance department.
• Experience managing and coaching individuals.
• Experience with safe working practices. Lockout, PPE, confined space
• Highly desirable to have experience with pulp and paper mill equipment, products, processes and technologies.
• Experience implementing optimized planning and scheduling processes.
• Experience developing key performance indicators to monitor progress of projects and objectives.
• Experience in creating and managing Capital Expenditure budgets.

 

Posted On: Thursday, September 11, 2025