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Engineering & Maintenance Manager

Lake Villa, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
The Engineering & Maintenance Manager will lead the engineering and maintenance teams within a high-volume manufacturing environment, providing both hands-on leadership and strategic direction. This role is responsible for improving operational performance, maximizing equipment reliability, developing team capabilities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
  • Take ownership of both Engineering & Maintenance Team Growth
  • Highly Visible and Impactful role with Senior leadership support

About Our Client

Our client is a respected manufacturer of paper-based products and custom packaging solutions, serving a diverse range of applications. This mid-sized organization is recognized for its operational excellence, customer-focused approach, and commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions while continuing to expand its market presence.

Job Description

  • Lead daily operations of engineering and maintenance teams, including preventative and predictive maintenance programs
  • Drive reductions in equipment downtime and maintenance-related costs
  • Determine appropriate staffing levels, skill development, and technical training programs
  • Take a hands-on leadership approach with equipment troubleshooting and repairs as needed
  • Champion process improvements and support implementation of new manufacturing processes
  • Manage and develop a team of engineers and technical professionals, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Foster a high-performance culture with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Develop and execute engineering strategies that support plant and organizational goals
  • Identify and implement innovative technical solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency
  • Evaluate existing processes and drive ongoing improvements to optimize workflows and performance



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 Applicant

  • A strong background in leading BOTH engineering and maintenance operations and teams
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar discipline
  • Background in leading lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
  • Proven ability to manage, lead, build and develop teams effectively.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
  • Experience in budget management and cost optimization.
  • Proficiency in using maintenance management software and data analysis tools.
  • Ability to lead from the front towards a preventative model versus reactive in operations

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $130,000-$160,000
  • 20% target bonus
  • 18 days of PTO
  • 4.5% 401k Match
  • Health, dental, vision coverages
  • Other ancillary benefits
  • Opportunities for professional growth within
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7132816

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Maintenance, Reliability
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Lake Villa
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-102026-7132816
 

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