Supervisor, Maintenance & Engineering

Aptar Italia S.P.A.; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 112,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & Retirement Savings plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid maternity/paternity leave

Performance-based bonus plan

Vacation and paid time off

Job summary

Aptar Italia S.P.A. is looking for a Supervisor, Maintenance & Engineering in Cary, IL. This onsite role involves leading maintenance teams, overseeing engineering activities, and implementing efficient maintenance strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, proven leadership experience in manufacturing, and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary of up to $125,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance and engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading technical teams and supporting industrialization projects.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading a technical team or task force.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the maintenance team to ensure high equipment availability and performance.
• Identify and implement solutions to improve asset performance and reduce costs.
• Manage on-call support and emergency response to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership in maintenance and engineering

Maintenance strategies knowledge

Project management

AutoCAD proficiency

Data analysis tools proficiency

Communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Understanding of PLC ladder logic

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Aptar is seeking a Supervisor, Maintenance & Engineering based in Cary, IL. This position is fully onsite. This role is responsible for driving asset performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This position oversees maintenance and engineering activities focused on maximizing equipment uptime, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting commissioning and integration of new industrialization projects. This role leads a diverse technical team including manufacturing engineers, engineering technicians, and maintenance planning while also supporting assembly mechanic staff to ensure timely support for production needs.

As a Supervisor, Maintenance & Engineering; You Will:

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

• Lead and develop the maintenance team to ensure high equipment availability and performance.
• Implement and sustain Preventive, Predictive, and Prescriptive maintenance strategies.
• Coordinate and execute machine and facility repairs with minimal impact to production.
• Provide hands‑on technical support and training to maintenance staff.
• Manage on‑call support and emergency response to minimize downtime.

Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Manage engineering and technical staff, including manufacturing engineers and engineering technicians.
• Identify and implement solutions to improve asset performance, reduce costs, and increase capacity.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead capital improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Provide technical support for commissioning of new equipment and industrialization projects.
• Review equipment designs to ensure alignment with operational goals and safety standards.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for successful project execution.

Team & Project Management

• Set priorities and assign work across maintenance and engineering departments.
• Track progress of projects and maintenance activities to ensure timely completion.
• Conduct performance reviews and support development of team members.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely delivery of parts and services within budget.

Systems & Reporting

• Utilize digital tools (e.g., SAP, Excel, Word, custom apps) to manage maintenance records, analyze performance data, and report results.
• Support development and implementation of tools to capture and analyze maintenance and engineering data.

Who We are Looking For

Strong people leader. Exceptional Operations and Engineering expertise. Excels at leading a diverse technical team.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical degree

Required Skills

• Proven experience in maintenance and engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of maintenance strategies, reliability engineering, and industrial equipment.
• Experience leading technical teams and supporting industrialization projects.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems and data analysis tools.
• Must demonstrate ability to use AutoCAD, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks for component part drawings, machine drawings, and plant layouts
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Strong sense of urgency to address issues and meet deadlines
• Strong project management skills with experience leading a technical team or task force.
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to communicate well both verbally and produce quality written reports
• A working understanding of PLC ladder logic and programming and machine vision applications a plus

Travel Requirements

• Travels domestically and/or internationally as dictated by business needs.

Who We are

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting‑edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people’s lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess‑free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments.

With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.

How We Support Our Employees

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award‑winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance‑based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which include: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this position is up to $125,000 annually. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company‑paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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