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SIGMA

TPM Engineer

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$79K - $99K/yr

If you're passionate about Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and solving complex operational challenges, this is an opportunity to lead meaningful improvements that directly ...

Ferrara Candy Company

Manager, Maintenance

Dekalb, IL · On-site

$102K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Maintenance Manager uses Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to perform continuous improvement initiatives, preventive maintenance, and support overall plant performance. Opened in 2021, the ...

HandyTube

Controls Maintenance Technician

Camden, DE

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) * Support the transition from Preventative Maintenance (PM) to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies. Develop and implement operator-based equipment care ...

Ferrara

Manager, Maintenance

Dekalb, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Maintenance Manager uses Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to perform continuous improvement initiatives, preventive maintenance, and support overall plant performance. Opened in 2021, the ...

Owens Corning

Plant TPM Lead

Dickson, TN · On-site

$113K - $146K/yr

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Doors Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) organization propels our manufacturing transformation forward and leaves our competition reeling. The implementation of TPM The OC Way ...

Owens Corning

Plant TPM Lead

Dickson, TN

$113K - $146K/yr

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Doors Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) organization propels our manufacturing transformation forward and leaves our competition reeling. The implementation of TPM The OC Way ...

Orion Talent

Maintenance Supervisor

Pomona, CA · On-site

$75K/yr

Support continuous improvement initiatives including TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and preventative maintenance best practices. * Promote a culture of ...

Southland Industries

Driver I

Monroe, MI · On-site

... Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategy throughout all Tenneco manufacturing locations. The role is also accountable for developing and deploying appropriate communications to ensure the ...

Mintex Technology

Maintenance Supervisor

Denison, IA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Support TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), continuous improvement, and root cause analysis initiatives. * Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with OSHA, company, and food safety ...

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How much do total productive maintenance tpm jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for total productive maintenance tpm in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Total Productive Maintenance Tpm vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectTotal Productive Maintenance (TPM)Maintenance Technician
Primary FocusProactive maintenance to maximize equipment effectivenessReactive and preventive maintenance tasks
CertificationsOften requires technical certifications, training in TPM principlesTechnical certifications, trade licenses
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, production linesFactories, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, production industriesManufacturing, industrial sectors

While both roles involve maintenance work, TPM focuses on proactive strategies to improve equipment efficiency and involve operators in maintenance activities. Maintenance Technicians typically perform reactive and preventive repairs. TPM emphasizes teamwork, training, and continuous improvement, whereas Maintenance Technicians focus on fixing equipment issues as they arise.

What is total productive maintenance (TPM)?

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is a holistic approach to equipment maintenance that aims to achieve perfect production by minimizing breakdowns, defects, and accidents. TPM involves everyone in the organization, from operators to management, in maintaining equipment and improving processes. The goal is to increase productivity, improve quality, and create a safer working environment by empowering employees to take ownership of their equipment and processes.

What are common challenges faced by total productive maintenance (TPM) professionals when implementing TPM initiatives in manufacturing environments?

TPM professionals often encounter challenges such as resistance to change from operators and maintenance staff, difficulty in securing management buy-in, and ensuring consistent engagement across all levels of the organization. Additionally, tracking and measuring the effectiveness of TPM activities can be complex, particularly in facilities with legacy equipment or inconsistent data collection practices. Overcoming these hurdles requires strong communication skills, effective training programs, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving with cross-functional teams.
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Infographic showing various Total Productive Maintenance Tpm job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Operational Excellence Leader (Total Productive Maintenance)

Ecolab

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$107K - $161K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago

Ecolab rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 210 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Ecolab has an immediate need for an Operational Excellence Leader (Total Productive Maintenance) in our manufacturing plant located in Philadelphia, PA. As the TPM Manager, you will drive the implementation, growth, and sustainability of Total Productive Maintenance as "how we do the work". As a member of the plant leadership team, you will offer TPM leadership and expertise and be key in building the capability of all the TPM Pillars. This is the perfect job if you are self-motivated, with a bias for action, a sense of urgency, and tendency to quickly take personal responsibility to drive improvements and achieve manufacturing excellence.
What's in it For You:
  • Opportunity for a long-term career path within Ecolab Supply Chain
  • Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
  • Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

What will you do:
  • Aligning plant and distribution center resources with business priorities of Safety, Quality, Service and Savings
  • Assist in the creation, deployment, and execution of the site Master Plan
  • Lead the overall TPM strategy at the site, lead a TPM Pillar as part of the plant TPM Steering Committee and be an active participant in other pillars
  • Actively participate as a hands-on operations team member, engaging in daily management systems and identifying opportunities for improvement on a continuous basis
  • Advocate for change in a continuous improvement environment by prioritizing and managing CI initiatives
  • Build and coach effective teams that advance the site Vision and Compelling Business Needs
  • Drive productivity efficiency and loss elimination by engaging associates at all levels
  • Lead the site's progression of TPM through Ecolab's Journey to Bronze Assessment
  • Deliver TPM training aligned with training plans and support the skills required to create a Loss Analysis culture.
  • Participate as a member of the regional TPM Community of Practice (CoP), sharing best practices and driving the organization to high performance.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 7 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain environment
  • 5 years of experience in CI Systems methodology (OPEX) including TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified and/or project management office certified
  • Experience in coaching and leading cross-functional teams, especially in productivity efficiency and loss elimination (Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, PDCA) projects
  • Working knowledge of TPM (Operational excellence and lean manufacturing) and HPO principles and methodology (5S, Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Focused Improvement, Visual Management, Kaizen, Organizational Design)
  • Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to set a vision, manage change, develop others and strategically plan for continuous improvement.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders and influence at all levels of the organization
  • Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Logistics, Science
  • 10 years of experience in a manufacturing, supply chain environment
  • 7 years leading TPM implementation and leaning six sigma in a manufacturing setting
  • Strong financial acumen with costing background
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
  • Experience leading process improvement projects for chemical processes
  • Proven experience driving culture change using sound change management methodology

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
The base salary range for this position is $107,600.00 - $161,500.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
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- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
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Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Paul, MN, US

Year founded

1923

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