Maintenance Supervisor Chicago, IL (On-site) | Local Candidates Only
Compensation: $115,000 to $135,000 plus bonus (based on education and experience)
Schedule: 1st ShiftAbout the Role
A well-established national snack food manufacturer operating over 10 facilities across North America is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and improve maintenance operations within an assigned department at its one million square foot Chicago production facility. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can coach a team, drive preventive maintenance, and keep high-speed automated equipment running at peak performance. The facility produces a wide variety of snack products across a mix of modern automated and legacy equipment. The right person brings strong electrical and mechanical fundamentals, a floor-first leadership style, and the ability to develop a team while maintaining a safe and efficient operation.
What You Will Be Doing:
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10 to 12 maintenance mechanics and electricians with hands-on guidance and training
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve reliability
  • Lead troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical issues to keep production running smoothly
  • Oversee workforce planning and scheduling including hiring, training, and employee development
  • Enforce safety protocols and best practices to maintain a safe work environment at all times
  • Collaborate with production teams and participate in capital projects to drive efficiency and reliability improvements
  • Requirements5 or more years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentBS/BA or AAS degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required with relevant certifications or equivalent maintenance supervision experience accepted
  • Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills with hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing manufacturing equipmentAbility to train and coach mechanics on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of production equipmentAbility to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume production environmentPLC troubleshooting experience is a plus
  • Food, consumer goods, or high-speed packaging experience is a plus
What We Offer:
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) match and pension plan
  • Family-oriented culture with a genuine focus on work-life balance
  • Opportunity to contribute to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Stable, well-established company with long-term career growth potential
This is a role for someone who leads from the floor, develops people, and takes pride in running a tight, reliable maintenance operation. If that describes you, apply now and let's talk.

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