Maintenance Manager

DSJ Global; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance aspects in a food manufacturing environment. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, leading multi-shift teams, and implementing maintenance strategies to maximize efficiency. Candidates should have significant experience in facility maintenance, strong leadership skills, and technical knowledge in manufacturing systems. This position promises a challenging yet rewarding environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading maintenance teams in a food manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years in equipment/facility maintenance and repair.
• Expertise in diagnostic techniques such as vibration and thermographic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations.
• Lead maintenance operations for production equipment and facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement using KPIs and root cause analysis.
• Coach and mentor maintenance staff; support succession planning.
• Manage staffing schedules across multiple shifts and emergencies.
• Oversee performance management including reviews and coaching.
• Drive continuous improvement using KPIs and root cause analysis.
• Lead capital projects from proposal to commissioning, including budgeting and contractor management.
• Utilize CMMS for work orders, preventive maintenance scheduling, and inventory control.
• Manage departmental budgets for repairs, spare parts, and capital projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication skills

CMMS

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

EHS, Maintenance & Facilities Principal Recruiter - DSJ Global

The Maintenance Manager plays a key leadership role overseeing all aspects of facility and equipment maintenance within a food manufacturing environmentكور. This includes planned and unplanned maintenance for production equipment, material handling systems, and, where applicable, fleet operations. The position is responsible for implementing preventive, predictive, and urgent repair strategies to maximize equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership capabilities, deep technical knowledge of manufacturing systems, and experience managing multi‑shift maintenance teams_Posum.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations (OSHA, NFPA, NEC, etc.), including maintaining an effective lock‑out‑tag‑out program.
• Lead and manage maintenance operations for production equipment, utilities, material handling సంఖ్య, and facility infrastructure.
• Collaborate with operations to improve safety, food quality, and equipment reliability.
• Provide coaching and technical guidance to maintenance staff; support succession planning and talent retention.
• Manage staffing schedules, including coverage for multiple shifts, weekends, and emergency response situations.
• Oversee performance management, including reviews, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
• Drive continuous improvement using KPIs, root cause analysis, and reliability methodologies.
• Lead capital projects from proposal through commissioning, including budgeting and contractor management.
• Utilize CMMS for work order management, preventive maintenance scheduling, and inventory control.
• Manage departmental budgets for repairs, spare parts, and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with inspections and audits for refrigeration, fire suppression, electrical systems, and process utilities.
• Coordinate third‑party vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline; technical trade school training

Experience:

• Required:
  • 7+ years leading maintenance teams in a food manufacturing environment
  • 10+ years in equipment/facility maintenance and repair
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  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Preferred:
  • Familiarity with USDA, FDA, and SQF standards
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and TPM programs

Certifications:

• Required: Valid driver's license; ability to obtain Powered Industrial Equipment Certification
• Preferred: Electrical safety training; refrigeration certifications (RETA CARO/CIRO for ammonia systems)

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Lean practices (5S, visual controls, standard work)
• Expertise in equipment reliability and diagnostic techniques (vibration, oil, ultrasonic, thermographic analysis)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage budgets, projects, and compliance requirements
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, CMMS)

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Industries

Food and Beverage prevista Manufacturing