Maintenance Manager

Maintenance ManagerAre you an experienced maintenance leader looking to take ownership of a high-impact operation? We are partnering with a well-established food manufacturer seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations, drive equipment reliability, and support continuous improvement across a large-scale production facility.This is an opportunity to join an organization that values its employees, promotes from within, invests in technical development, and offers outstanding earning potential and benefits.What You'll Be Responsible ForAs the Maintenance Manager, you will oversee maintenance operations for a complex manufacturing environment that includes automated production and packaging equipment. You will lead a skilled maintenance team while ensuring equipment uptime, employee safety, and operational efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a maintenance team in a high-volume manufacturing facilityManage preventative and predictive maintenance programsOversee troubleshooting and repair of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systemsImprove equipment reliability and reduce downtime through continuous improvement initiativesSupport installation, startup, and optimization of new production equipmentManage maintenance projects, capital improvements, and equipment upgradesEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and food manufacturing standardsReview maintenance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve performanceMaintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and reportingCollaborate with operations leadership to maximize production performanceQualificationsRequired6+ years of maintenance management experience within a manufacturing environmentStrong leadership experience managing maintenance personnel and plant maintenance operationsAdvanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting expertiseExperience working with: Three-phase motors120V-480V electrical systemsPLCs, HMIs, and VFDsPneumatic and hydraulic systemsAutomated production and packaging equipmentAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawingsProven ability to improve equipment reliability and maintenance performanceStrong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsPreferredFood, bakery, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing experiencePLC programming and advanced controls troubleshootingBoiler and steam system experienceRobotics and automation experienceTIG and Stick welding experienceBilingual Spanish communication skillsApply TodayIf you're a proven maintenance leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is ready to take the next step in your career, we'd like to speak with you about this confidential opportunity.Apply now to learn more about this Maintenance Manager position offering compensation up to $200,000.This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $200000.00/yr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.medical, dental, vision, 401kThis is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.