Equipment Maintenance Supervisor (Swing Shift)

Maintenance Supervisor Chicago, IL (On-site) | Local Candidates Only Compensation: $115,000 to $135,000 plus bonus (based on education and experience) Schedule: 1st Shift A well-established national snack food manufacturer operating over 10 facilities across North America is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and improve maintenance operations within an assigned department at its one million square foot Chicago production facility. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can coach a team, drive preventive maintenance, and keep high-speed automated equipment running at peak performance. The facility produces a wide variety of snack products across a mix of modern automated and legacy equipment. The right person brings strong electrical and mechanical fundamentals, a floor-first leadership style, and the ability to develop a team while maintaining a safe and efficient operation. Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10 to 12 maintenance mechanics and electricians with hands-on guidance and training Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve reliability Lead troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical issues to keep production running smoothly Oversee workforce planning and scheduling including hiring, training, and employee development Collaborate with production teams and participate in capital projects to drive efficiency and reliability improvements 5 or more years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment ~ high school diploma or GED required with relevant certifications or equivalent maintenance supervision experience accepted ~ Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing manufacturing equipment ~ Ability to train and coach mechanics on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of production equipment ~ PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus ~ Food, consumer goods, or high-speed packaging experience is a plus Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage ~401(k) match and pension plan ~ Opportunity to contribute to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives ~ This is a role for someone who leads from the floor, develops people, and takes pride in running a tight, reliable maintenance operation.