Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsCompetitive Salary and BonusesRole reports into the PresidentAbout Our ClientOur client specializes in producing custom, food-grade paper packaging for the food service industry, including bags, wraps, and carryout solutions for restaurants, convenience stores, distributors, and retail food providers. The company emphasizes sustainable packaging practices and high-volume production capabilities.Job DescriptionLead and develop a team of engineers and technicians focused on safe, efficient operation, maintenance, and upgrades of equipment.Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and engineering functions.Implement and manage predictive and preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and improve line performance.Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving initiatives to eliminate recurring equipment and process issues.Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Bills of Materials, and production standards to support consistent, high-quality manufacturing.Collaborate with Production and Operations to support process improvements, ensuring smooth, efficient, and on-spec production.Lead innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies, Lean/Six Sigma methods, and automation to enhance operations.Key contributor when evaluating expansions and new technology introductions to the company.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's Degree highly preferred10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in engineering and maintenance.Lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six SigmaContinuous improvement initiativesPreventative and predictive maintenance programsEquipment installation, reliability engineering, and automationRoot cause analysis and problem solvingExperience managing budgets, capital projects, and technical teams.Sponsorship NOT providedWhat's on OfferSalary up to $150,000 depending on experience15% Bonus18 days of PTOMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage6% 401k match11 paid holidaysContactEthan NormanQuote job refJN-062026-7037268Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationLake VillaContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEthan NormanJob ReferenceJN-062026-7037268