Senior Regional Maintenance Director

Senior Regional Maintenance Director

• Location : Suburbs of Chicago, IL (Full Relocation Assistance Provided)
• Industry : Fast-moving consumer products manufacturing (FMCPG)

About the Position :

• Take on a critical role in a well-established FMCPG manufacturer that operates 67 facilities worldwide.
• We are seeking a Regional Director of Maintenance, who will have the opportunity to grow into a VP position within a few years.
• Lead the maintenance strategy for our largest facility in North America, located in the suburbs of Chicago.
• Oversee all facilities, maintenance, and assets for the entire North American region.
• This position has been created due to our company's growth and internal promotions, offering a chance to make a significant impact on our operations while fostering professional and personal development in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Perks and Benefits :

• Retirement Security : Stock options
• Comprehensive Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision insurance at an affordable cost.
• Generous PTO options and a balanced work environment.
• A competitive salary ranging from $175K - $225K plus uncapped bonus potential.
• Access to complimentary products from our retail chains worldwide.
• Join a stable company with over 86 years in business and a continuous expansion trajectory.

Position Overview :

• As the North American Director of Maintenance, you will be responsible for overseeing maintenance operations at 12 facilities and leading a team of 10 direct reports.
• Primary focus will be on asset care, total productive maintenance (TPM), risk management, and ensuring reliability.
• Create multi-year improvement plans for each site, implement the Asset Care Strategy, and standardize maintenance procedures across all locations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and mentor the Maintenance and Reliability teams, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and TPM across all facilities.
• Implement network-wide reliability maintenance systems, establish and monitor SOPs, metrics, and KPIs.
• Perform thorough reviews of critical asset performance, address risks, and enhance 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.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations specific to the food industry, ensuring safety and operational standards are met.

Qualifications :

• BS degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering. 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, preferably at the director level.
• Experience with automation in process and packaging equipment is essential.
• 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.

If you are an experienced and innovative maintenance director ready to take on a strategic role with significant influence, submit your resume today.

Join us in driving innovation and maintaining excellence in the food and beverage manufacturing industry!