Maintenance Supervisor

Sterling Engineering
Cicero, IL

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization to hire a Maintenance Supervisor for a high-volume production facility. This is a direct hire opportunity offering strong compensation, bonus potential, and long-term career growth.


Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (occasional Saturdays)


What’s in it for you?

  • $115,000 – $130,000 base salary (based on experience)
  • Annual bonus potential + 401(k)
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision


The Role

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll lead daily maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability and minimizing downtime in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play a key role in driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement while leading and developing a skilled maintenance team.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise maintenance technicians in a union environment
  • Plan and prioritize daily maintenance activities to support uptime and production goals
  • Ensure compliance with GMPs, safety standards, and company policies
  • Monitor equipment performance and drive improvements in maintenance processes
  • Partner with leadership to address operational challenges and implement solutions
  • Coach and develop team members through training and performance management
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement


What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in food manufacturing or CPG (union experience preferred)
  • Strong mechanical knowledge (power transmission, fabrication, preventive maintenance)
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and PLC programs
  • Experience with CMMS/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office tools
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
  • Flexibility to support overtime or weekend work as needed

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