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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
What this job involves:
As a Senior Maintenance Manager, you will lead our site-based maintenance team. The team is comprised of a Maintenance Manager, Area Maintenance Managers and maintenance technicians reporting to the Regional Maintenance Manager. The primary responsibilities are to lead a large maintenance team that maximizes equipment uptime, executes equipment maintenance and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
The successful candidate will be a highly experienced subject matter expert in maintenance, workplace safety, and data driven management and leadership. A background in material handling equipment systems/applications, packaging automation, distribution processes and storage systems are a plus. The candidate must be a self-starter, possessing the ability to manage multiple complex projects and tasks simultaneously as well as be able to influence, and develop relationships at all organization levels. The candidate must be capable of overseeing the maintenance acceptance of part of commissioning large-scale, complex projects. Moreover, this individual will need to be adept at providing technical leadership and mentoring to a Maintenance team of at least of 80 people.
Essential functions include:
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Provide leadership, mentor and manage site-based Maintenance Managers and Area Maintenance Manager in the North American Fulfilment Network.
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Develop Maintenance Department business plans and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.
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Develop and implement reliability plans that support increasing the uptime of the facility
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Drive maintenance Best Practices: Innovate, document, improve work methods, standardize, provide a safe work environment and require safe work practices, train, commission equipment, collect, measure, and analyze key performance indicators to improve processes and improve customers experience.
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Offer guidance to senior leadership on maintenance and equipment end of life (EOL) issues using ROI, and other analytical techniques.
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Provide oversight for budget development and execution, and capital planning.
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Help manage vendor support and equipment relationships and leverage network size to maximize economies of scale.
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Provide monitoring, auditing and enforcement of maintenance execution, safe work practices, and institute and audit training drills across the network.
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Leverage the entire maintenance team for the benefit of the North American network.
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Develop and manage budget and contract documents including RFPs, change order controls, purchase orders, and invoicing.
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Provide Fulfilment Center General Managers with visibility over the Conduct of Maintenance in their Fulfilment Centers.
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Recruit, interview, and hire bar raising talent in the Maintenance Managers and Maintenance Area Manager roles.
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Help create a world-class Maintenance organization.
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Be willing and able to relocate.
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Travel up to 20% at a minimum.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree
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Previous corporate and/or regional Maintenance roles leading 80 or more employees including salaried employees.
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Experience leading change and maintenance teams in multiple site environments.
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7+ years’ experience managing employees and their performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Strong communication, teambuilding, and influencing skills.
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Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with high expectations.
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Thinks big! Proficient data analyst and new processes developer/adapter.
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Self-starter. Strong evidence of driving goals with minimal day-to-day supervision.
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Experienced in material handling equipment and large, complex integrated systems maintenance with strong statistical analysis skills.
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Strong knowledge and experience with the major MHE integrators.
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Exposure to Lean Concepts, TOC, layout design, cost/benefit analysis, labor productivity analysis (time studies, standardized work), safety/ergonomic/human factors.
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Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project, and SQL.
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MBA or other Master’s degree and/or Six Sigma Black Belt Certification a plus.
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Professional engineering registration a plus.
Physical Demands:
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Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking during
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Lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds
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Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
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Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces
At JLL, we work together to create a brighter future for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our collaborative culture—locally and globally—drives innovative solutions. We value wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels supported. JLL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
150,000.00 – 192,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Matteson, IL
Job Tags:
RME
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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