Plastics Maintenance Lead – Downtime & Efficiency

WMFHA; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WMFHA is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to supervise and coordinate day-to-day activities of mechanical and electrical technicians in a plastics manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, reliable operation of equipment. Responsibilities include leading maintenance planning, implementing improvement projects to reduce downtime, maintaining 5S, and following ISO procedures.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are required, along with experience in PLCs, drives, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3–7 years related experience.
• Ability to accept responsibility and accountability.
• Motivation to lead and reach goals.
• Experience managing people and equipment.
• Safety awareness and proactive safety practices.
• Effective communication and initiative.
• Leadership to influence others and supervise teams.
• Experience with maintenance planning and project management.
• Plastics/packaging experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance department to support manufacturing.
• Maintain attendance and willingness for non-standard hours.
• Able to troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Develop training for the maintenance team.
• Coordinate with scheduling and production for PM and major repairs.
• Review and follow ISO procedures; ensure compliance.
• Perform skilled repair and maintenance operations with tools and machinery.
• Oversee contractors and manage spare parts.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Awareness

Electrical & PLCs

Project Management

Management Skills

Problem Solving

Resource Management

Team Builder

Communication

Initiative

Plastics/Polymers knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WMFHA is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to supervise and coordinate day-to-day activities of mechanical and electrical technicians in a plastics manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, reliable operation of equipment. Responsibilities include leading maintenance planning, implementing improvement projects to reduce downtime, maintaining 5S, and following ISO procedures.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are required, along with experience in PLCs, drives, and