Maintenance Manager

medmix•Elgin, IL

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

medmix is a global leader in high-precision delivery devices. We occupy leading positions in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial end-markets. Our customers benefit from our dedication to innovation and technological advancement that has resulted in over 900 active patents. Our 14 production sites worldwide, together with our highly motivated and experienced team of nearly 2’600 employees provide our customers with uncompromising quality, proximity, and agility. medmix is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: MEDX). www.medmix.swiss Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies. Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime. Planning and prioritizing work orders and scheduling overall repair and maintenance activities to minimize production downtime and disruptions. Manage repair and maintenance of manufacturing facilities and equipment, including infrastructure, tools, and replacement parts. Develop strategies to identify safety problems and institute solutions. Supervise and manage maintenance team members, ensuring effective allocation of tasks and resources. Lead teams to improve the efficiency and quality of operations. Liaise with other departments to prioritize and schedule maintenance activities based on operational needs. Assist quality manager in developing root cause analysis of potential quality problems and work with technicians to implement corrective actions. Develop process procedures for technicians to follow. Proactively engage and support company initiatives to promote safety, environmental protection, and continual improvement. Monitor and evaluate performance metrics to improve processes and ensure long-term reliability. Negotiating with outside vendors/contractors for supplies, repairs, and capital purchases. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inventory. Manage maintenance budgets and optimize cost-efficiency while maintaining high standards. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical principles, practical troubleshooting, and process theory in plastics injection molding and injection blow molding. Step into a company where innovation, agility, and energy fuel everything we do. As part of a global organization on a strong growth trajectory, you’ll have the chance to shape the future, expand your skills, and grow your career in a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment.

Requirements

Work experience: 8-10 years working in a manufacturing environment required.
Proven experience in maintenance management in plastics manufacturing required.
Education: High School diploma and secondary engineering or technician training or equivalent experience required.
BS in engineering desired.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.
Planning and prioritizing work orders and scheduling overall repair and maintenance activities to minimize production downtime and disruptions.
Manage repair and maintenance of manufacturing facilities and equipment, including infrastructure, tools, and replacement parts.
Develop strategies to identify safety problems and institute solutions.
Supervise and manage maintenance team members, ensuring effective allocation of tasks and resources.
Lead teams to improve the efficiency and quality of operations.
Liaise with other departments to prioritize and schedule maintenance activities based on operational needs.
Assist quality manager in developing root cause analysis of potential quality problems and work with technicians to implement corrective actions.
Develop process procedures for technicians to follow.
Proactively engage and support company initiatives to promote safety, environmental protection, and continual improvement.
Monitor and evaluate performance metrics to improve processes and ensure long-term reliability.
Negotiating with outside vendors/contractors for supplies, repairs, and capital purchases.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inventory.
Manage maintenance budgets and optimize cost-efficiency while maintaining high standards.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical principles, practical troubleshooting, and process theory in plastics injection molding and injection blow molding.

Benefits

Up to three weeks of PTO in your first year, plus 12 paid company holidays
A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, and optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection
medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401(k) with a 100% employer match up to 6% of your base salary
Additional non‑elective 401(k) contributions paid quarterly
Health Savings Account with dollar‑for-dollar company matching based on coverage level
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Employee Assistance, Health & Wellness Programs to support your well‑being
Flexible working hours and a hybrid on‑site/home‑office model
Access to exclusive discounts on shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle perks
A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity