Maintenance Manager

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager / Maintenance Engineer to lead maintenance operations in a plastics manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of extrusion and bag making equipment while driving preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and team development. The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on technical expertise with leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and support production efficiency. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Equipment Reliability Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for plastic extrusion and bag making equipment Maintain and troubleshoot critical components including air rings, dies and die heaters, nip rollers, winders, bag machines, and sealers Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and related system issues to minimize downtime Perform and oversee mechanical repairs involving bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, and shafts Support machine changeovers, setups, and process adjustments Leadership & Operations Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians Prioritize and assign maintenance tasks to meet production and safety goals Communicate equipment conditions, maintenance needs, and improvement opportunities to production leadership Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and plant safety standards. Preventive Maintenance & Continuous Improvement Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs Analyze equipment failures and lead root cause corrective actions Support reliability initiatives, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement projects Documentation & Compliance Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance work and equipment history Maintain mechanical drawings, schematics, and maintenance records Support audits and compliance with company and regulatory standards Required Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a plastics manufacturing environment Hands-on experience with extrusion lines and/or bag making equipment Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Reliable attendance and strong work ethic Preferred Qualifications Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, limit switches, VFDs) Experience with blown film extrusion Welding or fabrication skills Experience managing preventive maintenance programs Supervisory or leadership experience Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs Comfortable working around machinery, heat, and moving equipment Pay: $73,295.67 - $89,270.05 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a plastics manufacturing environment? Do you have experience with troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, limit switches, VFDs) Experience: Mechanical troubleshooting: 4 years (Required) Extrusion lines: 4 years (Required) Language: English (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Location: In person