Maintenance Supervisor (Cicero)

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