Maintenance Manager

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with employer match up to 4%

Education support program

Paid time off and holidays

Disability insurance

Remote work stipend

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee and optimize the daily operation of our Bloomingdale, IL facilities. You will lead the maintenance department, coordinate technicians and contractors, and drive safe, reliable production support.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, and experience developing preventive maintenance programs. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and MaintainX + PLC exposure are a plus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership experience in manufacturing with ownership and accountability.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
• Experience with preventive maintenance program development and execution.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Safety-first mindset and continuous improvement approach.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support for production equipment mechanical and electrical uptime and perform machinery maintenance.
• Oversee facility building and grounds maintenance.
• Hire, train, coach, and manage the performance of the maintenance department staff.
• Manage maintenance technicians and contractors to address standard and emergency repairs, ensuring uninterrupted production.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs for all equipment.
• Coordinate third-party service repairs and manage vendors for maintenance activities.
• Enforce safety and compliance through OSHA-aligned procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain audit readiness.
• Create work schedules, assign and prioritize daily tasks, and oversee maintenance staff and janitorial duties.
• Ensure operational efficiency of mechanical systems and electrical equipment through timely inspections and repairs.
• Identify and source necessary parts, supplies, and repair items.
• Analyze problems and perform repairs on electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems.
• Coordinate and schedule outside contractors for equipment services as required.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery, keeping records and documentation of work performed.
• Assist in researching new machinery and equipment, providing recommendations for purchases, and managing equipment moves and installations.
• Track maintenance expenses, assist with budgeting, and provide CAPEX justifications.
• Implement workplace safety policies and standards, enforcing safety and housekeeping practices.
• Manage department staff, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning work, appraising performance, and addressing issues.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Schematics/blueprints

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Facility systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in facility management or engineering

Tools

MaintainX

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Maintenance Manager to oversee and ensure the efficient, safe, and reliable operation of our facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. This role involves hands-on leadership and is crucial in maintaining the daily support of production equipment, managing facility maintenance, and leading the maintenance department.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support for production equipment mechanical and electrical uptime and perform machinery maintenance.
• Oversee facility building and grounds maintenance.
• Hire, train, coach, and manage the performance of the maintenance department staff.
• Manage maintenance technicians and contractors to address standard and emergency repairs, ensuring uninterrupted production.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs for all equipment.
• Coordinate third-party service repairs and manage vendors for maintenance activities.
• Enforce safety and compliance through OSHA-aligned procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain audit readiness.
• Create work schedules, assign and prioritize daily tasks, and oversee maintenance staff and janitorial duties.
• Ensure operational efficiency of mechanical systems and electrical equipment through timely inspections and repairs.
• Identify and source necessary parts, supplies, and repair items.
• Analyze problems and perform repairs on electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems.
• Coordinate and schedule outside contractors for equipment services as required.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery, keeping records and documentation of work performed.
• Assist in researching new machinery and equipment, providing recommendations for purchases, and managing equipment moves and installations.
• Track maintenance expenses, assist with budgeting, and provide CAPEX justifications.
• Implement workplace safety policies and standards, enforcing safety and housekeeping practices.
• Manage department staff, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning work, appraising performance, and addressing issues.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of related experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership experience in manufacturing with a focus on ownership and accountability.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
• Experience with preventive maintenance program development and execution.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Safety-first mindset and continuous improvement approach.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MaintainX is a plus.
• PLC-related troubleshooting experience is a plus.
• Bachelors Degree in facility management, engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a high-volume manufacturing setting, necessitating a safety-first mindset. This position requires a hands-on approach, with responsibilities for both managing a team and performing technical tasks. The ideal candidate will embrace continuous improvement and ensure compliance with safety regulations. A high school diploma with relevant experience is required, and a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bloomingdale, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health/dental/vision coverageEmployer-paid and supplemental life insuranceShort- and long- disability insuranceGenerous paid time off and holiday payMonthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%Education support programSafety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursementReferral bonusesBonus plan for all full-time employees

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomingdale,IL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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