Maintenance Manager-OTP - Owensboro, KY

Be a part of a revolutionary change! 

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we have chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. 

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.  

Our Maintenance Manager-OTP will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of OTP maintenance operations.

This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate.

Your ‘day to day’

• Analyze assigned areas and recommend improvements for optimal use of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Schedule and direct maintenance personnel to ensure efficient performance and maximum productivity.
• Lead, motivate, and coordinate team members to achieve departmental goals.
• Execute production schedules while minimizing labor costs and optimizing machine utilization.
• Ensure employees receive proper training and maintain safe work practices.
• Maintain accurate inventory and safe storage of all maintenance-related materials and commodities.
• Establish and uphold efficient material storage practices.
• Lead training, discipline, performance evaluations, and skills development for all assigned maintenance staff; conduct regular performance reviews with mechanics.
• Oversee all maintenance work, ensuring machinery meets performance and mechanical standards.
• Assist in developing and integrating new machinery into production processes.
• Continuously seek opportunities to reduce operational costs without compromising product quality.
• Leverage modern technologies and proven systems to reduce process variation and enhance department performance.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in all areas within responsibility.
• Coordinate product movement with other departments as needed.
• Manage attendance, payroll, performance tracking, and disciplinary documentation for assigned staff.
• Work a flexible schedule and spend time across all shifts as required.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the Union contract and conduct operations in compliance with contractual obligations while supporting strong Company/Union relations.
• Monitor machinery performance, schedule preventive maintenance or repairs, and ensure maximum equipment productivity.
• Ensure availability of spare parts and manage overhaul and readiness of machine assemblies.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Packing Supervisors to maximize productivity across equipment and processes.
• Oversee all SOPs and Work Instructions related to OTP Maintenance and ensure all personnel are trained and compliant.
• Perform additional tasks, projects, or initiatives as assigned by management.

Who we’re looking for:

Education

• Vocational school graduate or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• At least five years of mechanical/electrical experience in a factory environment.
• Supervisory experience required.

Skills

• Strong leadership abilities, with the capability to achieve results through others.
• Effective in scheduling work, training employees, evaluating performance, and implementing corrective action when needed.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, including CMMS experience.
• Solid understanding of maintenance and reliability best practices; self‑motivated and hands‑on work ethic.
• Continuous improvement mindset and background.
• Completion of the NOCTI test is required.

Specialized Knowledge

• Expertise in machinery, troubleshooting, and mechanical repair.
• Ability to diagnose and understand mechanical, electrical, and programming-related issues.
• Strong knowledge of the current labor contract and its application to personnel management.
• Proficient in maintenance systems, including computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Annual Base Salary Range: $ 104,000 - $130,000

What’s ‘nice to have’

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)

What we offer 

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, and much more! 

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We will empower you to take risks, experiment and explore. 

• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong. 

• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress. 

• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers. 

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 3,000 employees.    

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.  

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