Maintenance Manager

Company: MRINetwork Jobs
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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. Jennifer Sochocki Senior Business Consultant (317) 678-0110 jenny@mriz.net

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