Maintenance Manager

JLL; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates and oversee Area Maintenance Managers. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across the site network.

Key responsibilities include developing preventive maintenance programs, managing budgets and capital plans, and coordinating with Safety, Operations, Engineering, and senior leadership. Travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• 5+ years in distribution or manufacturing with mechanical/electrical experience.
• Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls; electrical/electronic principles; blueprint reading; CMMS; preventive maintenance; industrial electronics.
• Ability to develop partnerships and communicate with Safety, Operations, Engineering, senior management, peers, contractors, and vendors.
• Six Sigma Certification and Lean Manufacturing Principles understood.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates and supervise Area Maintenance Managers.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and safety training.
• Manage budgets, capital projects, and cross-functional planning.
• Support Kaizen activities and site safety programs.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Technical discipline degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Blueprint reading

Industrial controls

Job description

Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager will lead a multi‑site team of maintenance associates, supervise Area Maintenance Managers, and ensure a safe working environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Support the Operations team by working in a safe, customer‑focused manner and remaining highly self‑motivated and customer‑centric.
• Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors, and be on call for emergencies.
• Handle multiple internal and externally sponsored projects and daily activities, manage tasks, meet deadlines, and develop and track plans to achieve departmental and distribution goals.
• Work with local site Safety department leadership to understand, implement, and audit safety programs, ensuring all safety procedures are followed.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and forge strong working relationships with operations leadership.
• Facilitate technical and safety training and support the professional development of departmental facilities associates.
• Mentor all maintenance associates by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals and consistently go above and beyond.
• Develop Maintenance department business plans and provide guidance for successful implementation.
• Work with the site Finance team to develop, set, and track budgets.
• Participate in and support Kaizen activities for the site and, where needed, the broader network.
• Develop capital spending plans, facilitate cross‑functional project planning, and perform cost analysis.
• Own and promote excellent housekeeping.
• Participate in weekly network Maintenance calls and periodic Maintenance Manager off‑site conferences.
• Provide specific, enriched feedback to enhance individual performance and deliver written performance appraisals, including discipline up to termination.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule/shift/working area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil).
• Ability to travel to various sites as needed.
• 5+ years of experience in the distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent mechanical or electrical experience.
• Experience in the following areas:

• Automated conveyors systems and controls
• Electrical and electronic principles
• Blueprint and electrical schematic reading
• CMMS programs
• Preventive maintenance procedures
• Industrial electrical
• Industrial controls
• Industrial electronics
• Industrial PC literacy
• N.E.C.

• Ability to develop and maintain a partnership and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with Safety, Operations, Engineering, Senior Management, peers, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects.
• Six Sigma Certification.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Lifting parts and tools weighing an average of 20 pounds, occasionally up to 49 pounds.
• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, foot pedals, manual picking, pinching, holding, grasping, and wrist motion.
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hot/cold temperatures, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours, and wet or uneven surfaces.

Compensation

Estimated compensation for this position: 120,000.00 - 156,000.00 USD per year.

Location

On‑site - Sun Prairie, WI

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Visa Sponsorship

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Jones Lang LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.