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Pay: $34.60 per hour
Location: Munster, IN
Work Days: Variable according to assigned shift
Start Time: Variable according to assigned shift
End Time: Variable
Keep production running by maintaining and repairing advanced equipment so beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, and Aquafina reach communities safely and reliably.
What You’ll Do
- Perform preventative maintenance on advanced production/manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete more complex repairs or adjustments to restore safe operation
- Conduct breakdown analysis and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems to resolve recurring issues
- Support package changeovers and equipment upgrades using new or upgraded technology
- Coordinate and direct outside contractors working on assigned lines, as needed
- Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards while maintaining general housekeeping in the work area
- Document work schedules and tasks completed and partner with operators and quality teams to drive efficiency
Minimum Qualifications
- 18 years or older
- Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
- Experience with electrical systems, product manuals and mechanical drawings, schematics, and troubleshooting breakdowns
- Must be able to sufficiently read, write and speak English due to safety sensitivity of this role
- Position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals
- Position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling (with or without accommodation)
Helpful Experience
- Experience with predictive maintenance methods, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic analysis, and thermography.
- Experience with mechanical systems including but not limited to: compressors/ammonia systems, conveyers and airveyors, and hydraulics
- Experience with electronics, gearing, kinematics, and PLC
- Experience with packaging/high speed production
What to Expect
- On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training
- High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift
- Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.
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Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
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Pay: $34.60 per hour
Location: Munster, IN
Work Days: Variable according to assigned shift
Start Time: Variable according to assigned shift
End Time: Variable
Keep production running by maintaining and repairing advanced equipment so beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, and Aquafina reach communities safely and reliably.
What You’ll Do
- Perform preventative maintenance on advanced production/manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete more complex repairs or adjustments to restore safe operation
- Conduct breakdown analysis and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems to resolve recurring issues
- Support package changeovers and equipment upgrades using new or upgraded technology
- Coordinate and direct outside contractors working on assigned lines, as needed
- Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards while maintaining general housekeeping in the work area
- Document work schedules and tasks completed and partner with operators and quality teams to drive efficiency
Minimum Qualifications
- 18 years or older
- Pass technical assessment addressing job-critical maintenance knowledge areas
- Experience with electrical systems, product manuals and mechanical drawings, schematics, and troubleshooting breakdowns
- Must be able to sufficiently read, write and speak English due to safety sensitivity of this role
- Position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals
- Position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling (with or without accommodation)
Helpful Experience
- Experience with predictive maintenance methods, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic analysis, and thermography.
- Experience with mechanical systems including but not limited to: compressors/ammonia systems, conveyers and airveyors, and hydraulics
- Experience with electronics, gearing, kinematics, and PLC
- Experience with packaging/high speed production
What to Expect
- On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training
- High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift
- Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.
Click here to join our Talent Community
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
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Who's Hiring
- Walmart20
- LANXESS18
- United States Steel15
- Lockheed Martin12
- Superior Contracting & Maintenance11
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials19
- Manufacturing8
- Retail7
- Energy4
- Staffing & Recruiting3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical maintenance manager jobs.
- Five or more years of industrial maintenance experience, including at least two in a supervisory role
- Proficiency with a computerized maintenance management system such as SAP PM or Maximo
- Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs including vibration analysis and thermography
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or a related technical field
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) credential from SMRP
Tips for Your Mechanical Maintenance Manager Job Search
Quantify equipment uptime on your resume
Hiring managers want numbers, not duties. Replace phrases like 'oversaw maintenance program' with specific outcomes: percentage reductions in unplanned downtime, cost savings from preventive schedules, or crew sizes you managed directly.
List your CMMS platforms by name
Many applicant tracking systems screen for specific computerized maintenance management system tools. Name every platform you've used, whether SAP PM, Maximo, or others, so your resume surfaces in filtered searches before a recruiter ever opens it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mechanical maintenance manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry, not just title
Job titles vary widely: some employers post 'Maintenance Superintendent' or 'Plant Engineering Manager' for identical roles. Search by industry and responsibility keywords alongside the title to avoid missing openings that fit your background exactly.
Prepare a scenario answer for major breakdowns
Interviewers almost always ask how you've handled a critical equipment failure mid-shift. Prepare a specific example that covers your diagnosis process, how you coordinated the team, and what you changed afterward to prevent recurrence.
Negotiate scope before discussing anything else
Before accepting any offer, clarify budget authority, headcount, and capital project involvement. A title of 'manager' can mean overseeing two technicians or running a department of thirty, and those differences affect your leverage and your career trajectory.
Mechanical Maintenance Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mechanical maintenance managers?
The companies hiring the most mechanical maintenance managers right now include Walmart, LANXESS, and United States Steel, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing, food processing, and utilities account for the bulk of active postings.
How many mechanical maintenance manager jobs are remote?
About 8% of mechanical maintenance manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant and facilities roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include reliability consulting, maintenance program design, and enterprise CMMS administration roles that do not require daily shop floor presence.
How do you become a mechanical maintenance manager?
Start as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial setting to build hands-on equipment knowledge. Move into a lead or senior technician role where you coordinate small crews, then pursue a supervisory position overseeing a maintenance shift. Earning a CMRP certification and demonstrating measurable results in uptime or cost reduction accelerates the path to manager-level roles.
Can I get hired as a mechanical maintenance manager without direct management experience?
Some employers will hire candidates who have led maintenance projects or crews informally without holding a formal supervisory title. Emphasize any situation where you scheduled work orders, trained technicians, or owned a preventive maintenance program. Smaller facilities and high-growth manufacturers tend to be more flexible on direct management history when technical expertise is strong.
What does the mechanical maintenance manager interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a phone screen focused on your maintenance background and leadership style. A technical interview or plant walk follows, where you may be asked to evaluate equipment, review a maintenance schedule, or discuss how you would address a specific reliability problem. Final rounds typically include a panel with operations and HR leaders and sometimes a presentation on a maintenance improvement plan.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical maintenance manager jobs?
You can find and apply to mechanical maintenance manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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