Maintenance Manager

Charter Next Generation; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Performance bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement across facilities

Job summary

Charter Next Generation seeks an experienced maintenance leader to coach a skilled team and maintain extrusion equipment. You will manage daily operations, drive uptime, and ensure safety standards across shifts, enabling reliable production across our facilities.

Ideal candidates bring extensive industrial electrical and pneumatic knowledge, a strong problem-solving mindset, and proven leadership in a manufacturing setting. This role supports a 24/7 operation and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial electric and industrial pneumatics.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with a manufacturing facility, 5 to 7 in a leadership/managerial role.
• Knowledge of blown/cast/plastic film experience preferred.
• Available to support a 24 hours/7 days per week operation.
• Possess logic, problem solving, analytic thinking, and trouble shooting skills.
• Deals effectively with company personnel on all levels ranging from production workers to top management.
• Provide leadership and management to maintenance team.
• Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, safety protocols, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Coaching/Teaching & Developing maintenance team on fundamentals of routine equipment upkeep and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Managing and maintaining all machinery to ensure it’s at working standards.
• Manages activity to support extrusion OEE metrics through uptime and equipment reliability improvements.
• Leads daily activity of his team by setting direction and priorities.
• Provide regular feedback to team on personal & professional growth opportunities.
• Provide training and continuous development of assigned team members
• Coordinating project work including major PM’s, die cleans and installations with plant personnel, and other department leaders.
• Coordinating closely with other Plant leaders on plant objectives, projects, performance.
• Schedule and prioritize routine inspections and repairs
• Ensure all team members are equipped with knowledge and skills needed to operate machinery and perform maintenance tasks safely
• Manage inventory & order major components of extrusion equipment such as screws, barrels, die components, etc.
• Stepping in to help coordinate more complex maintenance work as needed.
• Act as the safety champion for the department, ensuring all company safety protocols are followed
• Prioritize safety procedures and ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry safety regulations
• Ensure adherence to OSHA standards and company policies
• Providing the proper training needed to comply with safety standards, including product safety.

Skills

Industrial electrical

Industrial pneumatics

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Risk assessment

Maintenance supervision

Job description

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

• Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.
• Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.
• Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From supporting internal teams to developing next-gen materials, our professional roles span strategy, innovation, and purpose. At CNG, you’ll do work that matters—and own it all.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Business hours

What You'll Do

• Coaching/Teaching & Developing maintenance team on fundamentals of routine equipment upkeep and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Managing and maintaining all machinery to ensure it’s at working standards.
• Manages activity to support extrusion OEE metrics through uptime and equipment reliability improvements.
  • Uses MVP & other data to measure equipment reliability performance.
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Reduction in Repeat Issues
• Leads daily activity of his team by setting direction and priorities.
  • Provide regular feedback to team on personal & professional growth opportunities.
  • Provide training and continuous development of assigned team members
• Coordinating project work including major PM’s, die cleans and installations with plant personnel, and other department leaders.
• Coordinating closely with other Plant leaders on plant objectives, projects, performance.
• Schedule and prioritize routine inspections and repairs
• Ensure all team members are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to operate machinery and perform maintenance tasks safely
• Manage inventory & order major components of extrusion equipment such as screws, barrels, die components, etc.
• Stepping in to help coordinate more complex maintenance work as needed.
• Act as the safety champion for the department, ensuring all company safety protocols are followed
• Prioritize safety procedures and ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry safety regulations
• Ensure adherence to OSHA standards and company policies
• Providing the proper training needed to comply with safety standards, including product safety.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial electric and industrial pneumatics
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with a manufacturing facility, 5 to 7 in a leadership/managerial role
• Knowledge of blown/cast/plastic film experience preferred
• Available to support a 24 hours/7 days per week operation.
• Possess logic, problem solving, analytic thinking, and trouble shooting skills
• Deals effectively with company personnel on all levels ranging from production workers to top management.
• Provide leadership and management to maintenance team
• Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, safety protocols, and risk assessment.

Compensation & Benefits

Total Rewards

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1!
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
• Holiday Pay
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future? Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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