Sr. Lead, Maintenance

PLZ Corp • Bridgeview, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ prioritizes health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity. From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees.

Requirements

• Possess and demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail for identifying defects
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics
• Utilize CMMS software (eMaint) to log work orders, schedule preventive maintenance, and track equipment history. In addition, review maintenance emails, and track daily logs
• Use computer-based systems to access equipment manuals, technical documents, schematics, and SOPs
• Comfortable using computers and software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of PLCs and basic electrical troubleshooting a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team in daily operations, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and equipment uptime.
• Perform and oversee troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems, especially on aerosol filling lines and support equipment.
• Coordinate with production to schedule maintenance, reduce downtime, and support operational goals.
• Conduct facility open-up/close-down tasks, including alarm systems, lighting, compressors, air dryers, and boilers.
• Ensure compliance all safety regulations.
• Support equipment installations, overhauls, process improvements, and capital projects as needed.
• Train, mentor, and support mechanics and technicians in both technical and safety procedures.
• Conduct audits on technicians and PM effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, and EHS teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Source, order, and maintain inventory of critical spare parts and maintenance supplies.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff; conduct performance evaluations and schedule coverage.
• Respond to emergencies and off-hours issues as needed.
• Perform basic fabrication and machining (mill, lathe, drill press), and adjust or repair conveyor systems and production line machinery.
• Perform basic electrical diagnostics, including motor controls, 3-phase systems, frequency drives, and PLC-related troubleshooting.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support maintenance and production objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED