Maintenance Manager: Lead Plant Reliability & Growth

Wis-Pak, Inc.; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance team, driving safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced manufacturing operation.

You will oversee facility maintenance and ensure equipment uptime to deliver high-quality beverage products daily. The role requires deep electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley), and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of trade training plus related maintenance leadership experience.
• Strong industrial electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and capital projects.
• Knowledge of PLCs, especially Allen Bradley platforms.
• Understanding NEC, NFPA and manufacturing safety practices.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proficiency with maintenance-related technology and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled maintenance team with a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and drive equipment reliability to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and others to improve efficiency and plant performance.
• Manage facility and grounds projects, equipment installations, upgrades, repairs, and CAPEX.
• Lead annual equipment overhauls and help shape long-term CAPEX plans.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, auditors, inspectors, and regulators.
• Support food safety, quality, and sanitation initiatives while maintaining a safe workplace.

Skills

Industrial electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Allen Bradley PLCs

Leadership / coaching

Communication / team-building

Education

Trade training or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wis-Pak, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance team, driving safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced manufacturing operation.

You will oversee facility maintenance and ensure equipment uptime to deliver high-quality beverage products daily. The role requires deep electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, PLC knowledge (Allen Bradley), and strong leadership.