Maintenance Manager

Job Overview At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality, most affordable bottled water. Why Join Us Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career. Maintenance Manager Plans, directs and monitors preventative and corrective maintenance and repair activities to ensure the company’s buildings, facilities, machinery, and equipment operate reliably and efficiently. Essential Functions Oversees maintenance of injection molding, blow molding and packaging equipment. Oversees activities of the maintenance department. Collaborates with the Production Manager to schedule preventative maintenance activities. Responsible for building world‑class mechanical and preventative maintenance teams that keep production equipment in excellent condition, keep lines running at high efficiencies, and maintain proper stock of parts. Oversees outside contractors performing installations and projects at the facility. Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met. Hires, trains, coaches and reviews the performance of employees. Works with HR for employee discipline issues, terminations and recruitment. Oversees safety team activities. Monitors and enforces safety requirements. Builds a positive work environment. Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase shop, department, or work crew efficiency. Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems. Maintains time and maintenance records. Develops capital equipment justifications for machine tools and process technology to improve quality, cost and cycle times. Estimates, requisitions and inspects materials. Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Note: This job description is not a comprehensive list of duties. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without prior notice. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 6 years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment. 6 years of experience in a position of similar responsibility. 4 years of experience managing people or projects. Preferred Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment. 10+ years of experience in a similar position. 6 years of experience managing people or projects. Experience may include a combination of work experience and education. Competencies Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems, refers more complex issues to higher‑level staff. Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter. Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to communicate effectively with immediate team and peers. Analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work well in collaborative group environments. Strong attention to detail and organization. Intermediate knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook. Education Minimum Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or vocational studies. Preferred: Master’s Degree. Benefits Our total rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family. Regular full‑time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part‑time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package. Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation. Paid parental and caregiver leaves. Medical, including virtual care options. Dental and vision. 401(k) with company match. Health Savings Account with company match. Flexible Spending Accounts. Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members. Family building benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF, fertility preservation, adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements. Income protection: life and AD&D, short‑ and long‑term disability, critical illness and an accident plan. Special discount programs including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities. For more information, visit our benefits page . Note: Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws. Location: PLAINFIELD #J-18808-Ljbffr