Maintenance Lead, High-Speed Packaging Systems

Maintenance Lead, High-Speed Packaging Systems Ace Partners

• 5.0 Totowa, NJ Job Details $90,000
• $120,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications PLC-based control system operation Food production Spanish Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Packaging machines Coaching Industrial equipment adjustment English Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting Production optimization Supervising experience Corrective maintenance Mentoring Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing facilities maintenance teams Electrical control system maintenance Maintenance management Crew management Leadership Sensors Technical Proficiency Mechanical troubleshooting Equipment adjustment (production tasks) Automated packaging Production troubleshooting Full Job Description Maintenance Lead, High-Speed Packaging Systems Totowa, NJ | $95,000•$120,000 Imagine this scenario A labeling line starts drifting out of spec as film characteristics change.

Operators see skew; your techs suspect a tension issue. You step in—observe the web path, verify dancer response, and review Siemens PLC input states to pinpoint a misreading. With a quick mechanical adjustment and a sensor realignment, the line snaps back to target. The crew learns, downtime shrinks, and production hits the goal. That blend of coaching and tactical troubleshooting is your sweet spot—about 80% leading , 20% hands-on . Role focus Guide a 7-person maintenance team —set priorities, mentor, and build capability. Tackle complex problems that span mechanics, controls, and material behavior. Keep both automated and manual equipment performing at peak.

Own care and uptime for:

Labeling equipment Tube filling machines Cellophane overwrapping systems Work with European-manufactured machinery using Siemens PLCs—troubleshooting only; no programming required. Partner with production to minimize downtime and boost overall efficiency. What sets you up for success Deep mechanical aptitude and a knack for diagnosing unfamiliar faults. PLC troubleshooting experience without the need to code. Background in personal care, pharma, or food production environments. Proven leadership in maintenance or operations; excellent English communication. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. Proficiencies we value Leadership and people management Spanish language capability Supervisory experience Packaging line know-how Equipment repair and maintenance Compensation & benefits 401(k) plan 30 days of combined vacation and holidays Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing company

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Medical benefits are not currently offered. Culture & impact We're an established, family-run business with strong recent performance and ongoing investments in operations. Join a close, long-tenured team where your leadership has immediate, visible impact.