Maintenance Manager

Manta Resources

Maintenance Manager

Schaumburg, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We're looking for a dynamic Maintenance Manager who thrives in a hands-on environment. In our fast-paced injection molding facility, you'll lead by example, working directly with our team to maintain and optimize our equipment. This role demands a strong blend of mechanical and electrical expertise, exceptional troubleshooting abilities, and a passion for minimizing downtime. You'll be more than a manager; you'll be a key player in ensuring our production runs smoothly through proactive maintenance, swift problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead and perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of injection molding machines, robotics, and auxiliary equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical).
    • Implement and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
    • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve recurring equipment failures and drive continuous improvement.
    • Ensure accurate calibration and performance of machines to maintain process tolerances.
    • Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment uptime and efficiency.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process failures using strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
    • Adjust, repair, and improve hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
    • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance technicians.
    • Foster a culture of proactive maintenance, problem-solving, and safety.
    • Schedule, delegate, and execute maintenance tasks as a working manager.
    • Enforce safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), and ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA standards.
    • Conduct safety inspections and training.
    • Maintain on-call availability for urgent maintenance needs.

    Qualifications:

    • Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred; equivalent hands-on experience considered.
    • Experience: 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in an injection molding or plastics manufacturing environment.
    • Technical Skills:
      • Proven ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems in injection molding equipment.
      • Strong troubleshooting skills with various injection molding machines (e.g., Engel, Arburg, Nissei, Milacron).
      • Experience with PLCs, robotic systems, chillers, dryers, conveyors, and compressors.
      • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and machine manuals.
    • Process Improvement: Familiarity with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles (a plus).
    • Physical Requirements: Ability to perform regular physical activity, including lifting, standing, and working with tools and machinery.

    Benefits:

    • Retirement Account: 401(k) with matching
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
    • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
    • Disability insurance; long term and short term
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Paid Holidays

    Position:

    • Type: Permanent Full-time Employee
    • Shift: Days, M-F 7a – 4p
    • Pay: Depending on Experience

     

    If this sounds like a good fit for you, please contact me for more information.

    Sam Young
    Senior Business Consultant
    (317) 678-0110
    sam@mriweb.com