The Maintenance Manager leads all maintenance activities across a precision machining facility and a graphite powders division. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of CNC equipment, powders processing systems, environmental controls, and facility infrastructure.

Prior experience with graphite machining or graphite powders is not required. Candidates with strong maintenance leadership experience in industrial or manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance & Reliability

Lead maintenance and repair of CNC machining centers, industrial milling systems, automation/robotics, and related production equipment
Oversee maintenance of powders processing equipment, including mixers, classifiers, dryers, material handling systems, and packaging lines
Ensure reliable operation of facility systems (HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, ventilation)

Environmental & Dust Control

Maintain and monitor dust collection, filtration, and air handling systems supporting machining and powders operations
Ensure proper handling, containment, and housekeeping practices for graphite dust and powders

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs across production and facility assets
Implement predictive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures

Leadership & Safety

Supervise and develop maintenance technicians across both divisions
Ensure compliance with OSHA, lockout/tagout, confined space, and safe work practices
Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and EHS to maximize uptime and safety

Operational Excellence

Manage spare parts inventory, vendors, and service providers
Track maintenance KPIs and lead continuous improvement initiatives

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Ei6 has been in the graphite business for over 50 years, supporting customers across North and South America with carbon and graphite products.

Ei6 provides warehousing, distribution, packaging, shipping, and customized graphite processing services. We are a tight-knit, family-oriented organization that values accountability, follow-through, and a strong sense of urgency.

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