Maintenance Supervisor

Gpac; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac represents a well-established food manufacturer in Northern Illinois seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Illinois. The role leads the maintenance team, ensures safe and reliable operation of all equipment, and drives preventive maintenance programs in a fast-paced production environment.

With 5+ years in maintenance and leadership, you will advance quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while coordinating with operations on a 2-2-3 schedule and strong internal growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong attention to safety and quality

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, timely maintenance of manufacturing equipment and facilities
• Lead maintenance technicians with day-to-day guidance and technical direction
• Manage preventive maintenance programs, projects, and continuous improvement efforts
• Maintain accurate documentation of installation, repairs, and maintenance activities
• Provide technical support for equipment and operational challenges

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor $95,000-$110,000 | Northern Illinoisgpac is partnered with a well-established food manufacturing company that has been successfully operating for over 80 years. This organization is known for its strong company culture, employee-first mindset, and long-term stability. Leadership genuinely values their people and promotes from within.

If you're looking to join a growing company where your leadership and technical expertise will make a real impact, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production operations by ensuring safe, timely, and efficient maintenance of all manufacturing equipment and facility assets
• Improve overall equipment reliability, safety, and quality while maintaining regulatory compliance
• Supervise and lead maintenance technicians, providing day-to-day guidance and technical leadership
• Manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate documentation related to installation, repairs, and maintenance activities
• Provide technical support and problem-solving for equipment and operational challenges

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience (food manufacturing strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
• Experience with quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a wet, fast-paced food production environment

Why Join This Company

• Stable, growing organization with a strong promote-from-within culture
• 2-2-3 schedule offering improved work-life balance and more days off
• Opportunity to lead a team and make a measurable impact on plant operations
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth potential

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.