Plant Maintenance Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Plant Maintenance Manager for an industrial facility in Illinois. The role leads a skilled maintenance team, oversees critical plant maintenance activities, and partners with plant leadership to sustain safe, reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance, with expertise in metal chemistries, baghouse systems, and preventative maintenance reporting. OSHA/EPA regulatory knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of metal chemistries, scrap handling, and melt practices.
• Experience managing maintenance teams and coordinating outside contractors.
• Proven ability to maintain and monitor baghouse equipment.
• Expertise in writing and managing preventative maintenance reports.
• In-depth understanding of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all maintenance activities within the facility.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and prioritize repairs while leading the maintenance staff.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager on developing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs.
• Perform facility upkeep and promptly address daily operational disruptions.
• Maintain detailed logs for repairs, inspections, emissions, and regulatory compliance reports.
• Ensure production processes operate efficiently with no downtime due to maintenance issues.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Metal chemistry

Scrap handling

Melt practices

Maintenance leadership

Contractor coordination

Baghouse equipment

Preventive maintenance reports

Regulatory compliance

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the maintenance department at a respected industrial facility. The role offers the chance to manage a skilled team, oversee critical plant maintenance activities, and collaborate closely with plant leadership to ensure seamless operations and safety compliance.

Plant Maintenance Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary range of $110,000 – $130,000 per year
• Comprehensive safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Supportive workplace culture committed to inclusion, respect, and open communication

Plant Maintenance Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in metal or melt shop environments
• Strong knowledge of metal chemistries, scrap handling, and melt practices
• Experience managing maintenance teams and coordinating outside contractors
• Proven ability to maintain and monitor baghouse equipment
• Expertise in writing and managing preventative maintenance reports
• In-depth understanding of OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory compliance requirements

Plant Maintenance Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all maintenance activities within the facility
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and prioritize repairs while leading the maintenance staff
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager on developing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs
• Perform facility upkeep and promptly address daily operational disruptions
• Maintain detailed logs for repairs, inspections, emissions, and regulatory compliance reports
• Ensure production processes operate efficiently with no downtime due to maintenance issues

This role is essential for maintaining plant reliability and safety while supporting continuous production. Candidates passionate about leadership, facility management, and regulatory compliance will find this position rewarding and impactful.

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Clark Wilson