Maintenance Manager

Pretium Packaging; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 126,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, LLC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager in Greensboro, North Carolina. You will lead a high-performing maintenance team, own reliability initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across molding and automation equipment.

Strong extrusion blow molding experience is required, with 5–7 years in manufacturing maintenance and at least 2 years in a supervisory role. You will manage safety, budgets, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with Production, Quality, and

Qualifications

• Strong extrusion blow molding experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong working knowledge of injection/blow molding machinery, pneumatic systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with inventory, MRO, preventive maintenance programs, facilities, and equipment, CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis).
• Proven experience managing maintenance budgets and capital improvement projects.
• Evidence of formal technical education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily maintenance activities for a 7+ member team.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex molding, extrusion, robotics, and ancillary equipment.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Engineering for seamless operations.
• Manage spare parts inventory, budget, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, and other health and safety regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement of equipment performance and energy efficiency.
• Train and develop maintenance staff for performance excellence.
• Utilize CMMS to track work orders, history, and KPIs.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee regulatory affairs, FDA/OSHA/SQF compliance considerations.
• Promote safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering or related technical field

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $126,000 USD to $149,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MAINT002974

Description

Grow boldly with Pretium!

Are you a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead a high performing team in a fast-paced plastics manufacturing environment? Join Pretium Packaging at our facility in Greensboro, North Carolina where you will take ownership of innovative molding and automation equipment while driving reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you are enthusiastic about problem-solving, mentoring skilled technicians, and making a real impact every day this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Strong extrusion blow molding experience in a manufacturing setting is a must for this position.

Company Overview

Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 21 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance activities for a high-speed plastics container manufacturing facility. This position ensures the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of plant equipment, machinery, and infrastructure by leading a skilled maintenance team and implementing proactive, cost-effective maintenance programs. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in reducing downtime, supporting production goals, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, schedule, and supervise daily activities of the maintenance team (7+ team members) including mechanical, electrical, and automation technicians.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex issues related to injection molding, blow molding, extrusion, robotics, and ancillary equipment.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Engineering departments to ensure seamless operations and timely support.
• Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance budget, and vendor relationships for maintenance-related services and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable health and safety regulations.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance, energy efficiency, and plant safety.
• Train, develop, and evaluate maintenance personnel to ensure skill growth and performance excellence.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track work orders, maintenance history, and KPIs.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
• Ensure all compliance with regulatory affairs, FDA, OSHA, SQF mechanical integrity and process hazards analysis (PHA).
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.
• Manage a repair and maintenance budget of 60K to 100K and assist with a 10M CAPEX budget.

Qualifications:

• Strong extrusion blow molding experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong working knowledge of injection/blow molding machinery, pneumatic systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with inventory, MRO, preventative maintenance programs, facilities, and equipment, CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis).
• Proven experience managing maintenance budgets and capital improvement projects.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or a related technical field preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Development: Ability to coach and motivate team members to achieve maintenance excellence.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of industrial maintenance systems and problem-solving.
• Planning & Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement cost-effective, long-term solutions.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to changing operational needs and emergencies.

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