Maintenance Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical coverage

401(k) match and pension plan

Family-oriented culture with work-life

Job summary

JSK Recruiting, Inc. is sourcing a Maintenance Supervisor for a large Chicago snack production facility. This hands-on leadership role requires coaching a 10–12 person team to maintain high-speed automation while driving preventive maintenance and reliability.

You will guide electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, oversee scheduling and training, and ensure strict safety standards in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• BS/BA or AAS degree preferred; HS diploma or GED with relevant certifications accepted.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing production equipment.
• Ability to train and coach mechanics on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Training/coaching

Blueprints/Schematics

PLC troubleshooting

Food/CG packaging

Education

BS/BA or AAS preferred

HS diploma or GED with relevant certifications

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Chicago, 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.