Senior Maintenance Director

Senior Director Maintenance

• Location: Chicago suburbs (Full Relocation Assistance Provided)
• Industry: Fast moving consumer products manufacturing (FMCPG)

About the Role:

• Step into a pivotal role with a globally renowned CPG manufacturer operating 67 facilities worldwide.
• We're searching for a Regional Director of Maintenance to quickly grow to a VP role in the next few years
• This person will lead our maintenance strategy at our largest North American facility located in suburbs of Chicago.
• Be responsible for all facilities, maintenance and assets for North America
• This position, created due to our growth and promotion from within, offers a chance to significantly impact our operations while fostering professional and personal development in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Role Overview:
• As the North American Director of Maintenance, you will oversee maintenance operations across 12 facilities, directing a team of 10 direct reports.
• Primary focus will be on asset care, total productive maintenance (TPM), risk management, and ensuring reliability.
• Develop multi-year improvement plans for each site, implement the Asset Care Strategy, and standardize maintenance procedures across all locations.
• Key Responsibilities:
• · Develop and coach the Maintenance, and Reliability teams, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and TPM across all facilities.
• Oversee and implement network-wide reliability maintenance systems, establishing and monitoring SOPs, metrics, and KPIs.
• Conduct thorough reviews of critical asset performance, addressing risks and enhancing operational efficiency and standards.
• Facilitate consolidated plant maintenance reviews, and lead division-wide collaboration meetings to track KPI performance.
• Coordinate and manage multiple reliability improvement projects across the division.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations specific to the food industry, ensuring safety and operational standards are met.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• BS Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering is required. Advanced degrees like an MBA, Masters, or Lean/Six-sigma certifications are highly preferred.
• 8 - 15 years of leadership experience in maintenance, reliability management, and asset care, particularly in a director-level role is required.
• Experience with automation in process and packaging equipment is crucial.
• Demonstrated excellence in packaging, processing, project management, and LSS/TPM within food processing, chemical mixing, CPG, or high-speed packaging environments.
• Proven track record in coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing maintenance and reliability teams.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively with vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Ability to make sound decisions autonomously.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, CAD, and SAP.

Benefits

Perks and Benefits:

• ·Retirement Security: Stock options
• Comprehensive Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision insurance at a very low cost.
• Enjoy generous PTO options and a balanced work environment.
• A competitive salary ranging from $175K - $225K plus uncapped bonus potential.
• Access to free products from our retail chains worldwide.
• Join a stable company with over 86 years in business and a continuous expansion track.
• If you are a forward-thinking and experienced maintenance director eager to take on a strategic role with significant influence, send us your resume today. Join us in driving innovation and maintaining excellence in the food and beverage manufacturing industry!