Job Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES!

Ready to Build Your Future in Holland, MI?

At Haworth, we get it — finding a job that fits your life matters. If you're looking for stability, growth, and a workplace where belonging are more than just buzzwords, you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of experience, there’s a place for you here. We believe everyone has something valuable to contribute, and we’re committed to helping you thrive both professionally and personally.

Discover What We Do Here!

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance - Day 1
• 401(k) with a Generous Company Match - After 30 Days
• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off (accrued by pay period)
• Option to Buy a 5th Week of PTO
• Minimum of 7 Company Designated Holidays each year
• Overtime Paid at Straight Time
• Quarterly & Annual Bonus Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• On-site 24-Hour Fitness Center
• On-site Cafeteria
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

If you're ready to join a team that values your potential and invests in your future — Haworth is hiring now. Let’s build something great together!

LOCATION OVERVIEW:   

Living and working in Holland, Michigan offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and vibrant community spirit, with stunning Lake Michigan beaches just minutes away. From its thriving local businesses to its welcoming neighborhoods and year-round festivals, Holland is a place where both careers and connections flourish.  Read more here: Hello West Michigan

Essential Functions

• Lead and develop a team of maintenance professionals and skilled trades members.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Safety, and Operations teams to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies that reduce downtime and improve productivity.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance.
• Utilize technology, automation, data analytics, and emerging AI tools to identify opportunities and solve business challenges.
• Establish priorities, make timely decisions, and foster a culture of urgency and accountability.
• Coach and mentor team members while building strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and long-term maintenance planning.
• Lead problem-solving and root cause analysis efforts related to equipment, processes, and operational performance.
• Performs other duties within scope as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Education Equivalency: Associate's Degree plus 2 years related experience OR 4 years related experience if no post-secondary education
• Demonstrated leadership experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance systems, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to drive results through others while maintaining strong relationships and team engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in machine repair, electrical, maintenance, reliability, engineering, or related manufacturing discipline.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience leading technical, maintenance, engineering, or cross-functional manufacturing teams.
• State of Michigan Journeyman certification in Machine Repair, Electrical, Tool & Die, or related skilled trade preferred.
• Experience in furniture manufacturing or another complex manufacturing environment.
• Experience applying Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or related methodologies to improve safety, quality, uptime, and cost performance.
• Demonstrated experience with strategic maintenance planning, including preventive, predictive, or condition-based maintenance approaches.
• Strong digital aptitude, including experience using CMMS/EAM systems, dashboards, analytics, predictive technologies, or AI-enabled tools to improve reliability and operational performance.
• Working knowledge of industrial systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, automation, controls, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong systems-thinking mindset with the ability to translate technical insights into practical floor-level execution.
• Proven ability to influence change, challenge the status quo, coach teams through adoption, and drive accountability while maintaining positive working relationships.