Manager, Maintenance

Description

22As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to join our team in Wendell, North Carolina.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, ensure operational excellence, and work with advanced manufacturing equipment in a dynamic production environment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, safety-focused, and committed to continuous improvement, helping drive both team success and high-quality production outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe, secure, and compliant working environment for all production operations.
• Oversee and maintain plant security, including equipment and facility checks.
• Plan, implement, and manage equipment and facility maintenance programs and improvements.
• Support production operations, including overnight activities such as plasma cleaning, soldering, and other production-related tasks as required.
• Conduct inspections and audits related to safety, emergency preparedness, 6S, and inventory/supplies.
• Provide operational support as needed to ensure seamless daily startup and production continuity.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high product quality and operational efficiency

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or technical certificate preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or maintenance roles.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on technical skills.
• Safety-conscious with knowledge of EHS standards preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Company Sponsored Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, health saving account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
• Supplemental Benefits: critical illness, accidental injury, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection and legal insurance
• Company Retirement Plan: 401(k) Plan (Roth options) with 4% employer match (Employee/Employer Contributions 100% vested upon hire)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Bonus eligible position