Maintenance Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Established in Malmö, Sweden in 1919, Bona is a family-owned company that has been a trusted name in floor care for over a century. We have a global footprint and provide products and systems for installing, renovating, and maintaining floors. We are passionate about delivering solutions that keep floors beautiful and functional year after year and help protect the environment.

Our products are of premium quality and are certified by a variety of international and national environmental organizations. With the most durable finishes in the industry and the only company to offer a full system of sustainable products for floor care and maintenance, we empower all our customers to achieve the best possible results for their floors.

WHY WORK FOR BONA?
As we reflect on our heritage and success, we honor the true heart of Bona – our people. With more than 600 employees and a presence in over 90 countries, we are proud of the hard work, dedication, and commitment our team makes every day to live and uphold our business’s core values – passion, performance, and pioneering. At Bona, we’re not just about floors; we’re about building a workplace where you can shine. With over 100 years of expertise, we’re grounded in innovation, teamwork, and sustainability, and we’re always looking for the next layer of talent to help us polish our legacy.

When you join Bona, every contribution you make helps create a greener planet and leaves behind a legacy you can stand on. Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our products. By prioritizing renovation over replacement, we reduce environmental impact while delivering durable and beautiful solutions. Joining Bona means becoming part of a team that’s shaping the future of flooring with care for our planet and the communities we serve.

We’re here to help you floor the competition, starting with your next big opportunity. Just like our products, we believe in durability—offering a career built to last. If you’re ready to join a team that values innovation as much as integrity, kindness, and professionalism, let’s bring out the beauty in your career.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing production and facilities maintenance, including capital/project management, within Bona’s manufacturing facilities and distribution center (DC2). This position is responsible for ensuring all policies and procedures are followed, maintaining facility and equipment records, completing predictive and preventative maintenance on time, daily production support/troubleshooting, maximizing production equipment uptime, ensuring production equipment capabilities meet business needs, identifying and implementing facility and process improvements (CapEx & OpEx), and expense/budget management. This individual is responsible for identifying job responsibilities, setting schedules, establishing goals, monitoring progress, providing feedback, coaching and training, addressing performance concerns, succession planning, and allocating salary adjustments and bonus payments. The Maintenance Manager is also responsible for contributing to a positive work environment and applying all internal guidelines in a fair and consistent manner.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline and/or equivalent work experience
• 7 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance and/or engineering
• 3 years of experience in a managerial role, responsible for a team of direct reports
• Proven track record of being results-oriented, with the ability to set clear goals, develop actionable plans, and drive measurable outcomes in maintenance and manufacturing operations
• Demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and achieve performance targets related to equipment uptime, safety, and cost control
• Industry knowledge or knowledge of chemical formulations and manufacturing processes is highly desirable
• Formal training and experience in implementing process improvement, project management, and quality management tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, ISO, etc.
• Extensive working knowledge of PC functions and Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience with SAP, CAD, or Visio is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to influence others to achieve results

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes, plant equipment, and facility needs.
• Manage CapEx program for US manufacturing plants and warehouses, including budgeting, requests, implementation and associated reporting.
• Lead the design and implementation of new or improved manufacturing processes in coordination with SH&E, Quality, and Production.
• Originate, design, and conduct plant trials to determine performance capabilities.
• Apply continuous improvement, value creation, and financial acumen to accelerate profitability and low-cost service of the facility.
• Support production troubleshooting and develop solutions to eliminate or reduce equipment and production process issues while maximizing equipment and process uptime.
• Lead the Maintenance team for the Bona’s facilities, maintain the facility and all equipment, and maintain facility records and preventative maintenance system to ensure all activities are completed on time for production equipment, facility, vehicles, etc.
• Manage performance of department by identifying job responsibilities, recruiting and selecting candidates, coaching, setting goals and development plans, monitoring progress, providing feedback and training, addressing performance concerns, and allocating salary adjustments and bonus payments.
• Ensures all safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures, ISO programs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are adhered to.
• Create and revise procedures and support compliance reporting as needed.
• Provide input during budget planning and manage expenses within budget.
• Oversees and contributes to the development and continual improvement of the SH&E Management System(s).
• Develop mutually beneficial, respectful, and effective relationships with peers to ensure seamless coordination between departments and maintain a shared strategy.
• Able and willing to work the necessary hours to meet all project deadlines; travel when necessary.
• Other Duties – Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 25% of the time.
• Must be able to bend, climb stairs, and continuously stand or walk 75% of the time.
• Must be able to physically run all manufacturing equipment and machines within the plant.
• Must be able to position self to reach all areas of machine, including under and above.
• Must be able to lift and carry 15-25 pounds and frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate effectively by listening and in both written and verbal forms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Generally, works in a manufacturing environment but is also required to perform job duties in a typical office setting.
• This position regularly requires large amounts of time to be spent using manufacturing equipment, which generally entails regular and repetitive motions along with exposure to loud noises. All safety procedures should be adhered to in these situations.
• This position also requires some amount of time to be spent using computer equipment, which entails regular and repetitive motions.
• Will regularly be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals. All safety procedures should be adhered to in each of these situations.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Compensation Range: $100,000 to $120,000 per year

Bona offers a competitive total rewards package including 401k with employer match, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, career advancement opportunities, and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more about our open positions and employee benefits at https://www.bona.com/en-us/about-bona/work-with-us/

For more information regarding our total rewards package, please see our Employee Benefits Handbook. Please note, benefits are re-evaluated on an annual basis and are subject to change.

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and may fall outside of the range provided. The compensation range listed above may encompass base salary, performance-based bonuses, and commission opportunities, if applicable.

Bona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Bona maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment drug screens and background verification checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Bona maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment drug screens and background verification checks. Are you willing to undergo a background check and drug screen, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 7 years (Required)
• maintenance: 7 years (Required)
• Management: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monroe, NC 28110 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000