Hiring: Utilities & Maintenance Manager Company: Kao EMEA & Americas Location: Cincinnati, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:42:20 Target Skills & Keywords : Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis About the job Experience: •5+ years maintenance management experience with proven excellent leadership. •3+ years experience in maintenance planning. •5+ years effective project management experience. Required Skills: •Reliability & Efficiency – drive equipment reliability through root cause analysis and continuous improvement; monitor KPIs such as MTBF and MTTR. •Team Development & Safety – lead teams of skilled trades personnel, technicians and team/shift leads; foster culture of safety, accountability and training; enforce safety policies and compliance as they relate to safety protocols. •Planning & Budgeting – manage maintenance and utility budgets, spare parts inventories & capital projects; lead and participate in annual shutdowns, facility upgrades and expansions. •Strategic Contribution – ensure business continuity by keeping utilities and production assets in optimal condition; support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives; reduce costs and risks through proactive maintenance and utility optimization. •5+ years maintenance management experience with proven excellent leadership. •3+ years experience in maintenance planning. •5+ years effective project management experience. •Utilities system knowledge, e.g. boilers, steam, HVAC, chillers and refrigeration, compressed air, electrical, water/WWT. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Technical discipline or Facilities Management, preferred. Associates degree in Facilities Management or Technical discipline. •Technical training/certifications in electrical, mechanical and general construction trades. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!