Maintenance Manager at Acara Solutions — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Maintenance Manager Location: Aurora, Ontario Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Onsite Industry: Flexible Packaging / Manufacturing Schedule: Full-time with flexibility required to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation About the Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function for a well-established flexible-packaging manufacturing facility in Aurora. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this individual will oversee the maintenance team, production equipment, facility operations, contractors, departmental budget and capital-improvement projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong industrial electrical background with solid mechanical knowledge, ideally with an approximate 70% electrical and 30% mechanical skill set. The facility operates sophisticated, PLC-controlled equipment, including flexographic presses, laminators, extrusion equipment, drives, servo systems, HMIs and automated inspection systems. This is not a turnaround environment. The plant is currently operating with low downtime and strong equipment reliability. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining that stability while strengthening preventive maintenance practices, developing the internal team, managing costs and supporting several active equipment-modernization projects. The role offers significant ownership and autonomy, including responsibility for vendor selection, maintenance budgeting, CapEx support, facility maintenance and team performance. It is an excellent opportunity for a technically credible maintenance leader who enjoys being visible on the plant floor while also driving strategy, accountability and continuous improvement. Why You'll Love Working Here: *Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability*Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries*People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work*Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You'll Bring: What Sets You Apart: Additional Information: After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Acara Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Website Privacy Policy | Acara Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.