Maintenance Manager - Plastics Manufacturing

Pretium Packaging; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading company in plastics manufacturing is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance activities in a high-speed facility. The role involves leading a skilled team, ensuring equipment reliability, and compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background and experience in managing maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all maintenance activities for a high-speed plastics manufacturing facility.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Planning & Organization

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Maintenance Manager - Plastics Manufacturing

Maintenance Manager - Plastics Manufacturing

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Base pay range

$107,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

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Company Overview

Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 16 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance activities for a high-speed plastics container manufacturing facility. This position ensures the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of plant equipment, machinery, and infrastructure by leading a skilled maintenance team and implementing proactive, cost-effective maintenance programs. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in reducing downtime, supporting production goals, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, schedule, and supervise daily activities of the maintenance team including mechanical, electrical, and automation technicians.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex issues related to injection molding, blow molding, extrusion, robotics, and ancillary equipment.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Engineering departments to ensure seamless operations and timely support.
• Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance budget, and vendor relationships for maintenance-related services and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable health and safety regulations.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance, energy efficiency, and plant safety.
• Train, develop, and evaluate maintenance personnel to ensure skill growth and performance excellence.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track work orders, maintenance history, and KPIs.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
• Ensure all compliance with regulatory affairs, FDA, OSHA, SQF mechanical integrity and process hazards analysis (PHA).
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong working knowledge of injection/blow molding machinery, pneumatic systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis).
• Proven experience managing maintenance budgets and capital improvement projects.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Development: Ability to coach and motivate team members to achieve maintenance excellence.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of industrial maintenance systems and problem-solving.
• Planning & Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement cost-effective, long-term solutions.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to changing operational needs and emergencies.

This position requires frequent presence on the plant floor and occasional off-shift availability for emergencies or projects. Exposure to noise, machinery, and occasional heavy lifting may be expected.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pretium Packaging is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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