Mechanical Systems Supervisor, Packaging Reliability

Mechanical Systems Supervisor, Packaging Reliability Ace Partners•5.0 Totowa, NJ Job Details $90,000•$120,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Managing maintenance teams PLC-based control system operation Food production Spanish Staff supervision Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Sensor calibration Packaging machines Operations management Team supervision Automation Operational management Coaching Reactive equipment maintenance English Mid-level Maintenance schedule management Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility Schedule management Production optimization Team training Collaboration with manufacturing teams Electrical control system maintenance Maintenance management Technical troubleshooting support Leadership Communication skills Sensors Mechanical troubleshooting

Full Job Description Mechanical Systems Supervisor, Packaging Reliability Location:

Totowa, NJ Compensation:

$95,000•$120,000 A day in this role You start your morning with a floor walk, talking through priorities with a tight-knit crew of seven maintenance mechanics. A tube filler is showing intermittent jams tied to a foil variation; you guide a tech through isolating the material interface issue, validate sensor alignment, and review the Siemens PLC diagnostics to confirm inputs—no programming needed, just sharp troubleshooting. You coach, you delegate, and when a stubborn fault persists, you roll up your sleeves for a targeted, hands-on assist. By midday, you're partnering with production to schedule a micro-downtime window for labeling head calibration. Before shift end, you map out cross-training so every mechanic grows stronger. This position blends leadership and technical depth—approximately 80% supervisory and 20% hands-on —to safeguard uptime and elevate packaging performance. What you'll lead Direct and develop a team of 7 maintenance mechanics with clear priorities and coaching. Diagnose complex mechanical and operational problems, especially where machinery and packaging materials interact. Provide advanced troubleshooting beyond routine fixes; set standards for quality repairs. Assure peak performance of both automated and manual production assets. Own the upkeep of high-speed packaging systems including: Labeling equipment Tube filling machines Cellophane overwrapping systems Work confidently with European-built machinery running Siemens PLC platforms (troubleshooting level). Collaborate closely with production to minimize downtime and lift line efficiency. Your background Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on diagnostic experience. Track record of solving unfamiliar, complex technical issues. Comfortable troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment; programming not required. Experience in related environments such as personal care manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or food production. Leadership experience in maintenance or operations with excellent English communication. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. What you'll be proficient in Leadership and people management Spanish language (plus English fluency) Supervisory oversight Packaging operations Equipment repair and preventive maintenance Benefits & growth 401(k) plan 30 days combined vacation and holidays Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing, family-run organization

Note:

Medical benefits are not currently offered. Why this team Join an established, family-run business with strong recent performance and ongoing investment in operations. Work with a close, long-tenured team and make a meaningful impact as a hands-on leader.