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C Staff Placement & Consulting

Maintenance Manager

C Staff Placement & Consulting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

We are seeking an experienced

Maintenance Manager

to lead, organize, and continuously improve maintenance operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for overseeing all equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and reliability initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety, food safety, and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong technical knowledge, proven leadership ability, and experience in food or regulated manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Maintenance Department, including technicians and contractors

Develop and execute

preventive maintenance (PM) programs

to reduce downtime

Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation issues

Ensure compliance with

GMPs, OSHA, SQF, and food safety guidelines

Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation

Manage and track maintenance budget, parts inventory, and vendor relationships

Improve equipment efficiency, reliability, and uptime

Supervise installations, upgrades, and capital projects

Conduct safety training, equipment audits, and team development

Respond to urgent breakdowns and coordinate timely repairs

Partner with production leadership to support operational goals

Required Qualifications

5+ years of maintenance leadership experience

Experience in

food manufacturing

or regulated industrial environment required

Strong knowledge of:

Electrical & mechanical systems

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

PLCs and automation troubleshooting

Proven leadership and team management skills

Understanding of food safety standards (SQF, GMP, HACCP preferred)

CMMS system experience

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Flexible schedule with on‑call availability when needed

Preferred Qualifications

Engineering or technical degree (preferred)

Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Experience with industrial refrigeration and packaging equipment

OSHA safety certification

Continuous improvement / reliability background

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid time off & holidays

Stable, growing organization

Leadership role with real impact

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Manufacturing

Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location Northlake, IL

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