Rehrig Pacific Company
MFG Maintenance Manager
Rehrig Pacific Company, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States, 53158
Job Description
Job Description
Purpose of Role The role of the Maintenance Manager is to increase overall equipment efficiency of plastic injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, automation, and the plant facility. This individual will manage the preventative maintenance program, perform reactive repairs, and implement permanent solutions to reoccurring issues. This role manages a team of maintenance professionals while prioritizing the safety of his team and working cross functionally with all departments within the plant.
What You’ll Do: Oversee repair, upkeep, and refurbishment of injection molding machines, molds, extruders, robots, decorating equipment, and facility systems. Manage contractors and specialized service providers as needed. Lead the preventive maintenance program and drive national best practices. Set clear goals for the department aligned with plant performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives. Coach, train, and develop your team of maintenance technicians in a 24/7 operation. Support cross-functional projects with Engineering and Operations, including automation installs, equipment upgrades, and root cause analysis of downtime events. Manage department budget, spare parts inventory, and CMMS scheduling. Drive a strong safety-first culture across the team and the plant.
What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience). 10+ years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment. Injection molding experience strongly preferred; Krauss Maffei equipment experience is a plus. Familiarity with robotics, automation, and Allen Bradley PLCs. Proven leadership of technical teams, with strong planning and scheduling skills in a CMMS. Knowledge of Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and root cause analysis. Strong background in industrial electricity, hydraulics, and OSHA/NEC safety practices. SMRP/Reliability Engineering certification is a plus.
Why Rehrig Pacific Company? Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrates our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.
Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.
Job Description
Purpose of Role The role of the Maintenance Manager is to increase overall equipment efficiency of plastic injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, automation, and the plant facility. This individual will manage the preventative maintenance program, perform reactive repairs, and implement permanent solutions to reoccurring issues. This role manages a team of maintenance professionals while prioritizing the safety of his team and working cross functionally with all departments within the plant.
What You’ll Do: Oversee repair, upkeep, and refurbishment of injection molding machines, molds, extruders, robots, decorating equipment, and facility systems. Manage contractors and specialized service providers as needed. Lead the preventive maintenance program and drive national best practices. Set clear goals for the department aligned with plant performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives. Coach, train, and develop your team of maintenance technicians in a 24/7 operation. Support cross-functional projects with Engineering and Operations, including automation installs, equipment upgrades, and root cause analysis of downtime events. Manage department budget, spare parts inventory, and CMMS scheduling. Drive a strong safety-first culture across the team and the plant.
What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience). 10+ years of maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment. Injection molding experience strongly preferred; Krauss Maffei equipment experience is a plus. Familiarity with robotics, automation, and Allen Bradley PLCs. Proven leadership of technical teams, with strong planning and scheduling skills in a CMMS. Knowledge of Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and root cause analysis. Strong background in industrial electricity, hydraulics, and OSHA/NEC safety practices. SMRP/Reliability Engineering certification is a plus.
Why Rehrig Pacific Company? Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrates our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.
Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.