Maintenance Supervisor

JSK Recruiting, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match and pension plan

Family-oriented culture

Capital projects exposure

Strong career growth potential

Job summary

Bedford Park Snack Co. in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a 10–12 person maintenance team and drive preventive maintenance for a high-speed production facility.

You will coach technicians, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and partner with production on capital projects. The role requires strong leadership, hands-on expertise, and a floor-first approach to safety and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership in manufacturing.
• BS/BA or AAS preferred; high school diploma with relevant certifications or equivalent accepted.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to train and coach mechanics on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Food, consumer goods, or high-speed packaging experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10–12 maintenance mechanics and electricians with hands-on guidance.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Lead troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical issues to keep production running.
• Oversee workforce planning and scheduling including hiring, training and employee development.
• Enforce safety protocols and best practices to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with production teams and participate in capital projects to drive efficiency and reliability improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Training & coaching

Blueprints & schematics

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree preferred

High school diploma or GED + certifications accepted

Job description

Bedford Park, IL (On-site) | Local Candidates Only

Compensation: $115,000 to $135,000 plus bonus (based on education and experience)

Schedule: 1st Shift

About the Role

A well-established national snack food manufacturer operating over 10 facilities across North America is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and improve maintenance operations within an assigned department at its one million square foot Chicago production facility. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can coach a team, drive preventive maintenance, and keep high-speed automated equipment running at peak performance.

The facility produces a wide variety of snack products across a mix of modern automated and legacy equipment. The right person brings strong electrical and mechanical fundamentals, a floor-first leadership style, and the ability to develop a team while maintaining a safe and efficient operation.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10 to 12 maintenance mechanics and electricians with hands-on guidance and training


• Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve reliability


• Lead troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical issues to keep production running smoothly


• Oversee workforce planning and scheduling including hiring, training, and employee development


• Enforce safety protocols and best practices to maintain a safe work environment at all times


• Collaborate with production teams and participate in capital projects to drive efficiency and reliability improvements

Requirements

• 5 or more years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment


• BS/BA or AAS degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required with relevant certifications or equivalent maintenance supervision experience accepted


• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing manufacturing equipment


• Ability to train and coach mechanics on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of production equipment


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics


• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills


• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment


• PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus


• Food, consumer goods, or high-speed packaging experience is a plus

What We Offer

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) match and pension plan


• Family-oriented culture with a genuine focus on work-life balance


• Opportunity to contribute to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives


• Stable, well-established company with long-term career growth potential

This is a role for someone who leads from the floor, develops people, and takes pride in running a tight, reliable maintenance operation. If that describes you, and let's talk.