Entry Level Maintenance Manager Jobs
New grad maintenance manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a demonstrated ability to manage facilities and repairs can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Construction & Real Estate, and Retail, with employers like Cleveland-Cliffs, Capital Vacations, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
Benefits
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:
Inclusive Care Program: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.
Retirement Savings: Avery Dennison supports your retirement readiness financially through company contributions to the 401(k) Plan. We encourage you to save as much as possible to meet your goals. You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.
Health Insurance: Avery Dennison offers healthcare and insurance options to support you and your family based on your personal needs. The following benefits largely become available to you starting your first day of employment.
Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.
Job Description
As a Maintenance Team Manager - Days at Avery Dennison, you will be responsible for planning, supervising, and ensuring the execution of routine, planned, and emergency maintenance repair activities. In this role, you will lead performance review and skill development processes for maintenance team members, maintain equipment operational flow, and foster a safe, continuous improvement culture within our Greenfield facility.
Key Responsibilities
This is an on-site position located at our Greenfield, Indiana facility.
Plan and assign work for all maintenance team members using the MP2 CMMS, ensuring efficient execution of routine, planned, and emergency repairs.
Prepare and deliver team member performance reviews, create individualized development plans, and facilitate training opportunities in collaboration with site leadership.
Audit team members to ensure strict adherence to Safe Work Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and training instructions.
Lead efforts to identify root cause and preventative actions for safety and quality issues, while supporting 5-S, housekeeping, ELS projects, and recycling programs.
Actively participate in restore flow efforts, including hands-on diagnosing of equipment and process issues, while collaborating across functional areas to optimize production efficiency.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance planning and 2 years in maintenance management or supervision; Bachelor's degree preferred.Proven experience using MP2 CMMS software for planning and work order assignment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented focus to follow oral and written instructions.
Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core value, with a track record of enforcing safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team-based environment, lead continuous improvement/Lean initiatives, and perform physical requirements including lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.
Reasonable Accommodations Notice
If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.
Identity Verification Notice
To maintain the integrity of our hiring process and protect our candidates from identity fraud, we require video and/or in-person interviews. As part of this verification, we may also ask you to take a brief photo. This image is used exclusively to ensure identity consistency and will be permanently deleted once the hiring process concludes.
Pre-employment Screening Notice
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
Benefits
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:
Inclusive Care Program: This no-cost program helps you find doctors who will treat you with dignity and respect and who are experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality LGBTQ+ healthcare.
Retirement Savings: Avery Dennison supports your retirement readiness financially through company contributions to the 401(k) Plan. We encourage you to save as much as possible to meet your goals. You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.
Health Insurance: Avery Dennison offers healthcare and insurance options to support you and your family based on your personal needs. The following benefits largely become available to you starting your first day of employment.
Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.
Job Description
As a Maintenance Team Manager - Days at Avery Dennison, you will be responsible for planning, supervising, and ensuring the execution of routine, planned, and emergency maintenance repair activities. In this role, you will lead performance review and skill development processes for maintenance team members, maintain equipment operational flow, and foster a safe, continuous improvement culture within our Greenfield facility.
Key Responsibilities
This is an on-site position located at our Greenfield, Indiana facility.
Plan and assign work for all maintenance team members using the MP2 CMMS, ensuring efficient execution of routine, planned, and emergency repairs.
Prepare and deliver team member performance reviews, create individualized development plans, and facilitate training opportunities in collaboration with site leadership.
Audit team members to ensure strict adherence to Safe Work Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and training instructions.
Lead efforts to identify root cause and preventative actions for safety and quality issues, while supporting 5-S, housekeeping, ELS projects, and recycling programs.
Actively participate in restore flow efforts, including hands-on diagnosing of equipment and process issues, while collaborating across functional areas to optimize production efficiency.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance planning and 2 years in maintenance management or supervision; Bachelor's degree preferred.Proven experience using MP2 CMMS software for planning and work order assignment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented focus to follow oral and written instructions.
Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core value, with a track record of enforcing safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team-based environment, lead continuous improvement/Lean initiatives, and perform physical requirements including lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
Additional Information
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.
Reasonable Accommodations Notice
If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.
Identity Verification Notice
To maintain the integrity of our hiring process and protect our candidates from identity fraud, we require video and/or in-person interviews. As part of this verification, we may also ask you to take a brief photo. This image is used exclusively to ensure identity consistency and will be permanently deleted once the hiring process concludes.
Pre-employment Screening Notice
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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Entry Level Maintenance Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level maintenance manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on technical skills, basic knowledge of preventive maintenance, and comfort coordinating repair work. A vocational certificate, an associate or bachelor's degree in facilities management or a related field, or documented internship experience all strengthen an application. Showing familiarity with work order systems and safety compliance gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level maintenance managers?
Companies hiring entry level maintenance managers right now include Cleveland-Cliffs, Capital Vacations, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Property management firms, manufacturing plants, and large commercial facility operators tend to be the most active employers at this level, often building their maintenance teams from candidates who show strong technical fundamentals and a willingness to learn on the job.
Are there remote entry level maintenance manager jobs?
Yes, though most maintenance manager roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level maintenance manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve coordinating vendors, managing work orders, or overseeing documentation rather than hands-on repairs. Searching by location preference on Migrate Mate will show which current openings offer flexible arrangements.
Are these new grad maintenance manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or vocational training toward requirements, and values a demonstrated portfolio of maintenance or facilities projects over a long work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level maintenance managers?
Entry Level maintenance manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Construction & Real Estate, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they operate large physical facilities that require ongoing preventive maintenance, equipment upkeep, and compliance oversight, creating steady demand for junior managers who can grow into broader responsibilities.