What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Manager position at Kleen Test Products?
We have an opening for a Maintenance Manager (working first shift hours supporting a 24 hour operation) at our Port Washington, WI location.
Kleen Test Products is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations at our Sunset liquid filling manufacturing facility in Port Washington, WI. This is not a role for someone who manages from behind a desk. We are looking for a leader who will work alongside their team, troubleshoot equipment issues, develop technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure equipment reliability across a fast-paced manufacturing operation.
Critical Requirement: Candidates must have maintenance leadership experience supporting liquid filling manufacturing operations or highly similar equipment and processes. Candidates without relevant industry experience will not be considered.
This position is responsible for leading maintenance operations across multiple shifts, developing maintenance technicians, managing preventative maintenance programs, improving equipment uptime, and driving a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
- Lead maintenance operations supporting a multi-shift manufacturing environment
- Manage and develop maintenance technicians and support staff
- Drive equipment reliability and reduce downtime through effective maintenance strategies
- Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs
- Troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical equipment issues
- Partner closely with production leadership to support operational goals
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on machine efficiency, safety, and performance
- Utilize and optimize CMMS systems to improve maintenance effectiveness
- Establish clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable
- Balance long-term maintenance planning with day-to-day execution and urgent production needs
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the facility
- Proven maintenance leadership experience in a liquid filling manufacturing environment
- Experience leading maintenance teams across multiple shifts
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities
- Experience supporting manufacturing equipment similar to liquid filling, packaging, and production operations
- Demonstrated success improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime
- Experience implementing and managing preventative maintenance programs
- Experience using and optimizing CMMS systems
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ideal Candidate
- Leads by example and is willing to work alongside the team when needed
- Brings direct experience with liquid filling manufacturing equipment and processes
- Has a strong continuous improvement mindset
- Takes ownership, verifies information, and drives sustainable solutions
- Balances strategic thinking with day-to-day floor support
- Builds strong teams through coaching, accountability, and development
- Maintains an unwavering commitment to safety
Candidates Who May Not Be a Fit
This role is likely not a fit for individuals who:
- Have maintenance experience but no leadership experience
- Come primarily from facilities maintenance rather than manufacturing equipment maintenance
- Prefer directing work from an office rather than being actively involved on the production floor
- Lack strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities
- Do not have experience supporting liquid filling or similar manufacturing operations
Culture
- Safety is KTP's top priority - everyone should go home in the same condition they came to work
- KTP builds collaborative relationships that strengthen the overall work environment
- Opportunity for growth, development and advancement within each department, or across departments
- Fast-paced environment, constantly changing, and the days go by quickly!
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance plan and prescription drug coverage
- Comprehensive dental insurance plan
- FREE Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (company-funded & voluntary options)
- Short and Long Term Disability coverage (FREE company-funded coverage & voluntary options)
- Voluntary Life & Disability Program Eligibility
- Optional Flexible Spending Accounts (medical & dependent care)
- Prescription safety glasses cost-sharing program
- FREE financial wellness counseling and tools
- Time off for preventive care doctor appointments
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (FREE to employees and your families)
- Paid vacation time (earn more as your seniority grows!)
- Company-paid holidays
- Nicotine-cessation aid reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities/ Tuition Reimbursement program
- Onsite annual Health Risk Assessments
- Gym membership discounts (at participating locations)
- Community involvement & volunteer opportunities
- AT&T and Verizon wireless discounts
More info at - https://sites.google.com/kleentest.com/welcome/why-kt