Job Description

Are you an experienced, hands-on maintenance professional looking for a leadership role in a thriving manufacturing environment? Traco, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging since 1985, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to oversee and actively participate in the upkeep of our production equipment and facility. Our high-quality labels, pouches, stick packs, and bags are trusted by top brands and can be found on retail and big-box store shelves across the U.S. If you have a strong mechanical background, leadership skills, and a passion for keeping operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Maintenance/Facilities Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day maintenance of production equipment, facilities, and building systems. This role ensures equipment performance, reliability, preventive maintenance (PM), and inventory management while maintaining and repairing all electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and other building or property systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment and promote continuous improvement through facility and equipment upkeep.
• Maintain building sites in compliance with relevant regulations and safety codes.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs and supervise maintenance optimization activities.
• Participate in capital improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all production equipment, including Flexo presses, pouch lines, laminators, Cut Band machines, Shrink Band Machines, Converting Machines, Sealing machines, and warehouse equipment.
• Analyze equipment and maintenance data using tools such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and root cause analysis.
• Conduct equipment safety checks to ensure proper operation.
• Manage and maintain an accurate inventory of parts and tools.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new and existing equipment.
• Train Production/Warehouse employees on machinery operation and maintenance.
• Respond to service calls.
• Maintain familiarity with internal order scheduling, inventory systems, and department processes.
• Send weekly equipment status and project reports to the General Managers.
• Adhere to Safety and GMP (General Manufacturing Practices) policies.
• Oversee equipment vendors servicing the facility.
• Sustain 5S workplace organization initiatives.
• Conduct weekly safety training meetings for employees.
• Maintain maintenance supply costs within budget.
• Ensure scissor lifts, forklifts, and pallet jacks are in good working condition.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversee and collaborate with the Facilities Specialist and housekeeping staff.
• Support SQF audits and initiatives.
• Ensure proper maintenance and repair of office, hallway, restroom, and other facility areas.
• Supervise housekeeping activities, including cleaning restrooms, offices, breakrooms, and general office areas.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical/Trade School, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of maintenance and facilities experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in packaging equipment, shrink film, labeling and printing, food processing, high-speed packaging, bottling, high-speed manufacturing, continuous manufacturing, assembly, or stamping preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and PLCs (PLC programming a plus).
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, including SAP, Oracle, CMMS, or Autonomous Maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Forklift training is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work swing shifts or other hours as needed (primary shift: 4-10s).
• Conduct safety meetings and training for production and warehouse employees.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency is helpful.
• Ability to follow instructions from the General Managers and complete tasks on time.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This role is physically demanding and performed in a manufacturing environment.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working with tools and machinery.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or activities required for the position. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

E-Verify Statement

Traco participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Employees must provide documentation verifying their identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

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