2nd Shift Assistant Maintenance Manager

Sri Healthcare; Skokie, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

NOVO Health Services is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Manager to lead reliability, maintenance, and safety for production equipment, utilities, and facility systems. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will drive uptime, efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise maintenance staff, manage preventive and predictive programs, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with operations, quality, and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of maintenance/engineering leadership in manufacturing or healthcare settings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance reliability programs to maximize uptime and throughput.
• Supervise technicians, contractors, and service providers; manage work orders.
• Drive continuous improvement via Lean, Six Sigma, or RCA methods.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

CMMS

OSHA compliance

Project planning

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLC/Automation controls

VFDs

Industrial utilities knowledge

Job description

Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO's wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO's regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state-of-the‑art processing equipment and processes. At NOVO Health Services, we are transforming healthcare linen management through innovation, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to safety and infection prevention. We partner with leading healthcare systems across the country to deliver hygienically clean linen solutions through advanced utilization tracking, inventory management, and distribution programs that help hospitals improve efficiency while reducing costs. Our HLAC‑accredited facilities utilize state‑of‑the‑art processing technology, industry‑leading quality standards, and best‑in‑class operational practices to ensure exceptional service for our healthcare partners every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Assistant Maintenance Manager to join our leadership team.

Position Summary

The Assistant Maintenance Manager plays a critical leadership role in supporting the reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement of production equipment, utilities, and facility systems. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, this individual will help drive equipment uptime, operational efficiency, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and team development. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on maintenance leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while developing high‑performing teams.

What You'll Do

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

Assist the Chief Engineer in managing the maintenance, repair, and operation of all production equipment, utilities, and facility systems. Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation‑related issues. Analyze equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput, efficiency, reliability, and asset utilization. Provide technical leadership during equipment failures, emergency repairs, and operational disruptions. Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

Leadership & Team Development

Supervise, coach, and mentor maintenance technicians, contractors, and service providers. Ensure maintenance work orders and projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Support employee development through training, cross‑training, and performance management. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Assist in workforce planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, company policies, and industry standards. Champion a strong safety culture through training, audits, inspections, and corrective action programs. Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, work orders, and spare parts inventories through CMMS systems. Assist with the development and implementation of maintenance SOPs, preventive maintenance procedures, and best practices.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

Support capital projects from planning and budgeting through execution and startup. Collaborate with Operations, Production, Quality, and Leadership teams to improve overall plant performance. Assist with vendor management, contractor oversight, and procurement activities. Participate in facility upgrades, sustainability initiatives, energy management programs, and process improvement projects. Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and reliability‑centered maintenance principles.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered. 5-10 years of progressive maintenance, engineering, reliability, or technical leadership experience within manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, textile, laundry, medical device, food processing, or similar industrial environments. Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance systems, reliability programs, and troubleshooting methodologies. Experience leading maintenance personnel, contractors, or cross‑functional teams. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and workplace safety standards. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals. Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work flexible schedules and respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license or related technical certification. Experience within commercial laundry, healthcare linen processing, textile manufacturing, hospitality laundry, or industrial laundering operations. Knowledge of boilers, steam systems, wastewater treatment systems, compressed air systems, and industrial utilities. Experience with PLCs, VFDs, automation controls, and industrial control systems. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Reliability Engineering, or Continuous Improvement certifications. Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills. Experience managing maintenance budgets, capital expenditures, and facility improvement projects. Familiarity with energy management and sustainability initiatives.

Why Join NOVO Health Services?

At NOVO, our associates are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and growth‑oriented workplace where employees are empowered to develop their careers and make a meaningful impact.

Competitive Benefits Package Competitive Compensation Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) with Company Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Long‑Term Disability Coverage Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities Stable, Essential Healthcare Industry Build Your Future with NOVO

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug‑Free Workplace.

NOVO Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

What we can offer you as a full‑time associate: Competitive pay Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Program (PTO) 401(k) w/Employer Match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs Basic Life/AD&D Insurance Long‑Term Disability (LTD)

Why work for Novo Health Services?

Novo Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin veteran, or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug‑Free Workplace.

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value‑driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO’s wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO’s regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state‑of‑the‑art processing equipment and processes. NOVO Health Services is the only “one stop shop” service provider in U.S. currently serving all healthcare‑related end markets with both Healthcare Laundry Services as well as Sterilized Reusable Surgical Solutions.