Swisher

Manager, Maintenance (WHL)

Swisher  •  Wheeling, IL (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

  • Lead, supervise, and schedule maintenance staff to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality and company standards.   
  • Ensure maintenance personnel are properly equipped and trained, including the use of PPE, tools, and safety protocols.   
  • Optimize preventive maintenance programs and drive improvements in predictive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime while minimizing costs.   
  • Serve as the primary technical expert and troubleshooter for equipment and production machinery issues.   
  • Manage all facility-related maintenance activities including electrical, plumbing, roofing, carpentry, and general repairs.   
  • Oversee setup and breakdown of facility spaces for events and operational needs.   
  • Conduct quality control checks on maintenance work to ensure compliance with standards.   
  • Coordinate and prioritize work orders with other departments, promoting collaboration and clear communication across teams.   
  • Support achievement of plant-wide and departmental performance goals.   
  • Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and maintain effective working relationships with union personnel.   
  • Address personnel issues, investigate concerns, and recommend corrective actions when needed.   
  • Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and be available to respond to emergencies, including off-hours if necessary.   
  • Lead root cause analyses for equipment failures and implements corrective actions to prevent recurring downtime.   
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About Swisher

Swisher stands at the forefront of innovation in the consumer products industry, blending a legacy of excellence with a forward-thinking approach. Established in 1861, the family-owned company has evolved into a trailblazer, renowned for its iconic Swisher Sweets cigars, cutting-edge American-made Rogue modern oral nicotine products, and the premium Drew Estate cigar collection, which features ACID, Liga Privada, and Undercrown. Poised for the future, Swisher is redefining traditional categories with Volt+Co, launched in 2025, and home to groundbreaking products such as Mojo Energy Pouches. Swisher is home to more than two dozen American-made, non-combustible tobacco brands under the Helme Tobacco Co. umbrella, CRWNZ natural leaf cigars, and Hempire premium rolling papers and hemp accessories. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, with operations spanning the U.S., the Dominican Republic, and Nicaragua, Swisher continues to lead through innovation, setting new benchmarks in quality and creativity. Learn more at careers.swisher.com.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Jacksonville, FL
Year Founded
1861
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