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<p>Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.</p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>We need a battle-hardened Industrial Facility Maintenance Manager to keep our 24/7,</p><p>365-day defense manufacturing fortress operational. You’ll lead from the front, forging a</p><p>high-performing maintenance team from the ground up in a start-up environment. With</p><p>hands-on grit, you’ll oversee building and utility systems, specialized equipment</p><p>(metalworking, welding, casting, forging, machining, painting, chemical processing), and</p><p>emergency breakdowns. Wielding a Computerized Maintenance Management System</p><p>(CMMS) like a weapon, you’ll ensure precision, safety, and relentless uptime under ISO</p><p>9001 standards in a high-stakes, sovereign factory system.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Fortify Operations</strong>: Develop and execute a robust maintenance strategy (preventive, condition-based, and predictive maintenance) to guarantee zero downtime in a 24/7, 365-day defense manufacturing facility.</p></li><li><p><strong>Command Equipment Readiness</strong>: Oversee maintenance of critical systems and specialized equipment for metalworking, welding, casting, forging, machining, painting, and chemical processing, ensuring mission-critical performance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lead with Grit</strong>: Demonstrate hands-on leadership, diving into troubleshooting, repairs, and process improvements alongside your team to maintain operational dominance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Build a Battle-Ready Team</strong>: Recruit, train, and grow a large maintenance</p><p>department from scratch, fostering a culture of adaptability, technical excellence, and</p><p>accountability in a start-up environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lock in Emergency Response</strong>: Establish and lead a 24/7 emergency breakdown response plan, ensuring rapid resolution and maintaining a stockpile of critical spare parts.</p></li><li><p><strong>Master Resource Control</strong>: Create and manage maintenance budgets, optimizing costs for repairs, spare parts, and upgrades while supporting lean start-up operations.</p></li><li><p><strong>Dominate Record Keeping</strong>: Maintain ironclad records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and failure history using a CMMS to drive data-driven decisions and scalability.</p></li><li><p><strong>Enforce Safety and Compliance</strong>: Ensure all maintenance activities meet ISO 9001 and safety regulations, conducting audits and training staff to handle high-risk processes like chemical processing and welding.</p></li><li><p><strong>Drive Relentless Improvement</strong>: Leverage condition-based maintenance data (e.g., sensors, IoT) to predict failures, extend asset life, and integrate cutting-edge technologies for operational superiority.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Education</strong>: Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, or related field.</p></li><li><p><strong>Experience</strong>: 7+ years in industrial maintenance management, with proven expertise in metalworking, chemical processing, or similar high-stakes environments; experience in ISO 9001 settings; demonstrated success in team-building from the ground up.</p></li><li><p><strong>Technical Skills</strong>: Mastery of CMMS platforms; expertise in preventive, condition-based, and predictive maintenance; deep knowledge of industrial equipment (welding, forging, machining, etc.).</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership/Work Style</strong>: Hands-on, “in the trenches” leadership with a start-up mindset; thrives under pressure and tight deadlines; proven ability to recruit, train, and scale a large team.</p></li><li><p><strong>Soft Skills</strong>: Razor-sharp problem-solver; collaborative yet decisive; precision-driven with a focus on mission success.</p></li><li><p><strong>Physical Requirements</strong>: Ready to stand, lift (up to 50 lbs), and lead on the shop floor in a high-intensity environment.</p></li></ul><p>#LI-UNION</p><p><strong>Join us in transforming the future of manufacturing.</strong></p> #J-18808-Ljbffr

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