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Job Title: Maintenance ManagerReports to: Plant ManagerHours: 40 hours/week plus weekends and overtime as neededLocation: Naperville, ILPay: $68,000-$73,000Position SummaryOur client, a precision manufacturing facility, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance activities across the plant. This role is responsible for managing maintenance personnel, coordinating maintenance operations, and ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable performance of machinery, equipment, buildings, and grounds. The Maintenance Manager ensures that all activities align with company standards, industry best practices, and ISO9001 compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementSupervise, mentor, and evaluate Maintenance Technicians; assign daily tasks and ensure proper execution.Determine schedules, work priorities, and task assignments based on workload, equipment status, and technician skills.Monitor performance, productivity, and development; provide coaching and corrective guidance as needed.Conduct or coordinate training on safety, repair techniques, equipment operation, and preventive maintenance.Support hiring, performance reviews, promotions, disciplinary actions, and personnel decisions.Address team questions and concerns professionally and promptly.Maintenance OperationsOversee troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of machinery, equipment, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.Manage new equipment installation and setup, including utilities, rigging, and final connections.Ensure proper use of tools, lifts, cranes, metrology equipment, presses, and related maintenance resources.Maintain reliable production uptime through preventive maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives.Facility & Grounds ManagementSupervise repair and upkeep of building structures, shop areas, grounds, and facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, lighting, etc.).Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.Inventory, Documentation & ComplianceTrack and maintain inventory of tools, spare parts, and supplies.Maintain maintenance records, preventive maintenance logs, downtime reports, safety reports, and inventory data.Support ISO9001 documentation standards and audit readiness.Safety & Regulatory OversightPromote and enforce safe work practices and compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.Identify unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.Train staff in safe equipment use, lockout/tagout procedures, and facility protocols.Investigate maintenance-related incidents and document findings.Continuous Improvement & PlanningDevelop, implement, and optimize maintenance policies, procedures, and workflows.Identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance maintenance processes.Assist in budget planning for maintenance operations, capital equipment, and facility upgrades.Support implementation and optimization of CMMS or other maintenance software systems.QualificationsEducation & ExperienceTechnical training in Machine Repair, Industrial Maintenance, or equivalent; journeyman-level preferred.5–7 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a maintenance environment.Experience with CNC, industrial machinery, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.Knowledge of ISO9001 standards, preventive maintenance, and maintenance documentation.Technical SkillsAbility to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams.Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and industrial systems.Competency in operating cranes, lifts, presses, grinders, welders, metrology tools, and related equipment.Proficiency with inventory systems, maintenance software, spreadsheets, and word processing.Soft Skills & CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving ability.Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks.Effective communication and leadership skills.Safety- and quality-focused mindset.Adaptable to changing demands and competing priorities.Sound judgment and decision-making skills.Professional, dependable, and accountable.Physical RequirementsRegularly stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use hands.Lift 25–50 lbs regularly and occasionally more than 100 lbs with assistance.Work safely in environments with moving machinery, temperature extremes, humidity, fumes, electrical exposure, and noise.Work EnvironmentManufacturing setting with exposure to machinery, noise, and temperature variations.Requires use of PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.About Trova Advisory GroupTrova Advisory Group provides tailored staffing solutions across multiple industries, offering temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire services for administrative, clerical, professional, and technical roles.Trova Advisory Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.For reasonable accommodation requests during the application or interview process, please contact trova@gotrova.com with details of your request and contact information.Trova Advisory Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage for eligible employees.#ZR#Trova
Salary : $68,000 - $73,000