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Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.Â
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As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
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About the Role
Location: Wilkes – Barre, Pennsylvania
Type: Full-Time
We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance operations across our steel ropes manufacturing plants. This leadership role is critical to ensuring our equipment’s reliability, driving uptime, improving efficiency, and fostering a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement.
If you’re a hands-on leader who excels in fast-paced manufacturing environments and loves building high-performing maintenance teams, this is an opportunity to have a major impact.
What You’ll Do
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Lead multi-site maintenance operations
•   Oversee all maintenance activities across two plants, ensuring equipment reliability and maximum operational uptime.
•   Supervise, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians and supervisors.
•   Manage machinery installations, upgrades, and timely repairs.
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 Drive preventive & predictive maintenance
•   Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
•   Use data and maintenance KPIs to reduce unplanned downtime and increase equipment performance.
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Ensure safety & compliance
•   Maintain strict adherence to local regulations and company safety standards.
•   Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring all machinery meets quality and compliance requirements.
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Own budget & resource planning
•   Develop and manage maintenance budgets, including labour, spare parts, and capital expenditures.
•   Maintain accurate inventory and optimize supply purchasing.
Lead projects & continuous improvement
•   Plan and manage major repairs, equipment overhauls, and facility improvement projects.
•   Partner with Operations and Engineering to support process improvements and plant expansion initiatives.
Reporting & communication
•   Provide regular updates on equipment performance, maintenance KPIs, and project progress to senior leadership.
•   Support hiring, training, and ongoing development of maintenance personnel.
About You
Skills & experience
•   Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or industrial systems.
•   5 – 7+ years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or related environment.
•   Demonstrated success managing teams, budgets, and large-scale maintenance projects.
•   Proficiency with maintenance management software.
•   Exceptional problem-solving skills and a continuous-improvement mindset.
•   Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
•   Solid understanding of safety standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
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Education
•   Bachelor’s degree required, master’s in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
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Why join us
•   Growing multi-site operations with opportunities for influence and advancement.
•   Competitive compensation and benefits.
•   Strong leadership visibility and opportunity to shape long-term maintenance strategy.
•   Amazing colleagues.
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Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!Â
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Â
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers
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