Maintenance Team Leader - Safety, Reliability & Efficiency

Aramark Correctional Services; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark at the GM Wentzville plant is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader to guide skilled trades, oversee daily maintenance, and drive reliability and safety initiatives. You will plan activities, coach teams, and monitor performance to improve equipment uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, 1–2 years managing union staff, and the ability to work evenings, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Requires 1-2 years of experience in a management role of union employees.
• Must be able to work evenings.
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage as part of a larger team or manage function independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop skilled trades employees to support safety, productivity, and performance goals.
• Plan and direct daily maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct team meetings and communicate daily priorities and operational updates.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company and plant safety standards.
• Support hiring, training, employee development, and performance management activities.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and labor utilization to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed efficiently and in accordance with procedures and client expectations.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Union supervision

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Aramark at the GM Wentzville plant is seeking a Maintenance Group Leader to guide skilled trades, oversee daily maintenance, and drive reliability and safety initiatives. You will plan activities, coach teams, and monitor performance to improve equipment uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, 1–2 years managing union staff, and the ability to work evenings, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.