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Industrial Maintenance Manager

CHEP
LOC0002011, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Oct 2025

About the role

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a team that values safety, continuous improvement, quality, and employee well-being? CHEP is looking for a motivated Industrial Maintenance Manager to join our team in Pendergrass, GA.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

  • Develop and manage a robust preventive maintenance program to ensure timely and effective maintenance, reducing equipment downtime and improving overall plant efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, actively enforcing corporate Zero Harm policies and conducting regular safety checks on equipment and building services.
  • Implement process reliability systems and lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at achieving equipment reliability and efficiency targets.
  • Manage the procurement, inventory, and budget control of spare parts and consumables, ensuring effective stock management to support maintenance activities.
  • Lead and support capital expenditure projects related to equipment upgrades, new installations, and plant improvements, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Monitor and optimize the use of utilities such as electricity, gas, and water, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
  • Ensure plant compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate standards through regular safety audits, equipment testing, and asset management processes.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the maintenance team, ensuring adequate staffing, training, and performance management to meet the operational needs of the plant.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

  • HNC Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required.


Desirable Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline desirable

Experience

  • 2-3 years in Management experience in an engineering or maintenance role preferably in the FMCG sector


Skills and Knowledge

  • Knowledge of the Budgeting (control) and CAPEX process
  • Knowledge of OEE and reliability systems
  • CQV Process
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Project as a scheduling tool

What we Offer:  

  • Competitive Pay w/ Shift Differential 
  • Benefits Day 1!  
  • 401K w/ company match (up to 4%) 
  • FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!! 
  • FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment 
  • Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and MORE! 

Remote Type

Not Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Adaptability, Compressors, Vacuum Pumps and Related Equipment, Computer Literacy, Cross-Functional Work, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Data Literacy, Digital Literacy, Drawings and Schematics, Electric and Electronic Controls

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