Mechanical / Facilities Maintenance Manager

About Kelco Industries:

Kelco Industries is a market leader in cost-effective, high performance, custom engineered components for a wide variety of industries. We invest in the latest technologies and top talent, and because we are privately held, we answer only to our customers – so we can make fast decisions that move our business and our customers forward.

Kelco is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We further are committed to considering all qualified individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation as needed throughout the hiring process.

Kelco offers a competitive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance.

Job Summary

Leads maintenance of production equipment and facilities to support safe, reliable operations. Plans preventive maintenance, directs repairs and outside contractors, troubleshoots equipment problems, and coordinates facility improvements with operations and other departments. Maintains records, parts availability, and compliance with applicable safety requirements.

Essential Functions

• Plan, assign, and oversee preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance for production equipment, tools, building systems, and facilities.
• Supervise maintenance employees, set priorities, provide technical direction, assess work quality, and perform hands-on maintenance when needed.
• Diagnose electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems; guide technicians in identifying root causes and restoring equipment safely.
• Coordinate repairs and planned work with production and other departments to reduce disruption and communicate equipment status and expected completion.
• Inspect facilities and equipment regularly; identify deficiencies, prioritize corrective actions, and document completed work and follow-up needs.
• Lead the Safety Committee and address identified hazards. Ensure maintenance work follows company safety procedures, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Select, schedule, and monitor contractors and suppliers; review work against specifications, safety expectations, cost, and completion requirements.
• Plan facility modifications and equipment projects, including scope, schedules, estimates, bids, layouts, and coordination of installation or construction.
• Maintain maintenance logs, work records, inspection reports, and other documentation needed to monitor recurring issues and support planning.
• Manage spare parts and essential supplies, including identifying critical components, requisitioning materials, and maintaining appropriate inventory.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, specifications, blueprints, and work orders; explain technical requirements and assign work accordingly.
• Identify and implement improvements to equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and facility readiness; perform related duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Safety Awareness – Identifies hazards, follows safe work practices, and ensures employees and contractors work safely around equipment and building systems.
• Leadership and Coaching – Sets clear expectations, assigns work effectively, provides technical guidance, and helps maintenance employees develop their skills.
• Analytical Problem Solving – Diagnoses equipment and facility problems, identifies root causes, and selects practical, lasting solutions.
• Organization and Prioritization – Plans preventive maintenance and projects while responding effectively to urgent production and facility needs.
• Accountability and Dependability – Takes ownership of equipment and facility needs, follows through on repairs, and communicates delays or unresolved issues.
• Communication and Collaboration – Keeps Operations and other departments informed of equipment status, schedules, risks, and repair progress.
• Project and Contractor Management – Defines work requirements, coordinates outside providers, and monitors safety, quality, cost, and completion.
• Continuous Improvement – Finds practical ways to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, facility conditions, and documentation.
• Adaptability and Initiative – Adjusts plans as conditions change and addresses emerging maintenance needs promptly.

Education / Experience Requirements

• At least five years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment and building systems, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience supervising maintenance personnel and coordinating contractors preferred.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and applicable OSHA requirements.

The pay range for this role is:
75,000 - 75,000 USD per year(Woodstock, IL)