Job Information
Aerotek Maintenance Manager in Kankakee, Illinois
Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Manager who will be a role model for safety and promote a zero-injury safety culture. You will work closely with the plant leadership team to support strategic initiatives, enhance maintenance systems, and ensure all equipment performs at maximum capacity. Your role will involve leading and supervising the maintenance team to drive reliability and yield performance while developing their leadership, technical, and troubleshooting skills. Additionally, you will manage the maintenance budget and monthly expenditures, support line operations, and ensure adherence to OSHA regulations.
Responsibilities
Promote a zero-injury safety culture and continuously improve workplace safety.
Engage with plant leadership to support strategic initiatives and oversee effective maintenance systems.
Provide leadership and supervision of the maintenance workforce, focusing on performance management and employee relations.
Develop the maintenance staff's skills in leadership, technical areas, and troubleshooting.
Manage ongoing training of the maintenance team to adapt to changing technology.
Collaborate on managing the maintenance budget and monthly spend.
Support line operations to achieve key performance measures.
Contribute to plant safety and environmental goals through established programs and procedures.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations such as Lock Out, Tag Out, and more.
Implement process improvements for the maintenance department's efficiency.
Essential Skills
6-10+ years of experience as a Maintenance Manager in a heavy industrial environment.
Experience in maintenance management, supervision, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and mechanical.
Troubleshooting and preventive maintenance expertise.
PLC troubleshooting, blueprint, and schematic interpretation.
Strong skills in facility and industrial maintenance.
Work Environment
The work environment is physically demanding and often involves loud noise levels up to 83 decibels. Employees frequently engage in lifting, bending, stretching, and repetitive movements. The facility maintains a culture where teamwork and shared problem-solving are valued, with opportunities for motivated employees to excel. The Maintenance Manager is expected to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, and be on call for emergencies. Safety equipment such as glasses, side shields, and approved safety shoes are required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Kankakee, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
Health insurance — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are included as part of the standard package. Retirement plan — A 401(k) plan is available to employees. Paid time off — PTO and paid holidays are part of the benefits structure. Life insurance — Basic life insurance is included, with options to purchase additional coverage. Short‑term disability — Coverage is available to support employees during temporary medical leave.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kankakee,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.