Maintenance Manager

Sealed Air; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sealed Air in Holyoke, MA seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead all technical activities of plastic film extrusion operations, drive process optimization, quality improvements, and cost-effective maintenance management. You will mentor technicians, support production, and ensure safety and compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes process stabilization, equipment reliability, and collaboration with sales, QA, and engineering to meet customer specs and continuous improvement goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field preferred.
• 6+ years of manufacturing experience with extrusion preferred.
• 3-5 years in a maintenance leadership role.
• Experience troubleshooting processes and optimization.
• Familiarity with automation systems, PLCs, and extrusion controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop technicians to maximize equipment uptime.
• Provide technical support to production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Develop SOPs and best practices for extrusion operations.
• Lead product development and qualification for customer needs.
• Drive safety, quality, and cost-competitive initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Automation systems

PLCs

Extrusion controls

Product testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Process control

Quality testing equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all technical activities related to plastic film extrusion operations, including process optimization, product development, quality improvement, equipment reliability, and maintenance team management. The role ensures efficient production of high-quality product while maintaining safety, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Process & Production Optimization

• Monitor and optimize processes.
• Establish and maintain machine settings and process parameters.
• Improve quality, output rates, and production efficiency.
• Reduce scrap, waste, and raw material consumption.
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and process stabilization activities.

Technical Leadership

• Lead and develop technicians.
• Provide technical support to production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Conduct training programs on extrusion technology and troubleshooting.
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, and best practices.

Product Development & Customer Support

• Lead product development and product qualification.
• Develop product for specific customer requirements.
• Optimize formulations for performance and cost.
• Support sales and marketing teams with technical expertise.
• Handle technical customer complaints and provide solutions.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor critical properties such as:
  -Thickness profile
  -Gauge variation
  -Tensile strength
  -Elongation
  -Haze and clarity
  -COF (Coefficient of Friction)
  -Seal strength
  -Dart impact
• Conduct root-cause analysis for quality deviations.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions.

Equipment & Maintenance Support

• Work closely with maintenance teams to maximize equipment uptime.
• Support troubleshooting of:
  -Extruders
  -Dies
  -Air rings
  -IBC systems
  -Thickness control systems
  -Corona treaters
  -Winders
• Participate in machinery upgrades and new line installations.
• Develop preventive maintenance strategies for critical equipment.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote safe handling of materials, additives, and process equipment.
• Support implementation of relevant standards.
• Lead risk assessments and safety improvement initiatives.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and Kaizen projects.
• Improve OEE and reduce downtime.
• Implement energy-saving and sustainability initiatives.
• Support digitalization and Industry projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; engineering or technical degree strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing required; extrusion manufacturing preferred.
• 3-5 years in a maintenance leadership position required.
• Experience with troubleshooting process and optimization.
• Familiarity with automation systems, PLCs, and extrusion controls.
• Understanding of product testing and laboratory procedures.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $102,600-$176,755

The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment. This position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well-being.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Information at a Glance

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.