Maintenance Manager

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Maintenance Manager is a key site leader who brings energy, curiosity, and passion. In this role, you'll champion maintenance strategies that put safety first while driving reliability, performance, and continuous improvement across the Waxdale manufacturing site in Sturtevant, WI. You will guide maintenance systems, strengthen equipment uptime, develop talent, and ensure the site's assets and infrastructure are positioned to support worldclass operations. Your leadership helps create a culture where teams take pride in delivering safe, highquality products every day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver safety, quality, cost, productivity, and environmental results.

• Lead and engage a large team of 150+ employees across all shifts.

• Implement SC Johnson's maintenance strategy through short and longterm planning.

• Develop and use KPIs to drive maintenance performance and continuous improvement.

• Manage R&M spending and identify costsaving opportunities.

• Oversee stockroom and MRO inventory to ensure accurate controls and reliable spareparts availability.

• Lead facilities and building management to maintain safe, compliant site infrastructure.

• Improve asset reliability using Reliability Centered Maintenance tools and methodologies.

• Build capability within manufacturing performance systems, including tiered escalation.

• Strengthen intershift communication and develop internal talent.

• Partner with procurement and corporate teams to build strategic vendor relationships.

• Serve as the primary contact for Waxdale emergency issues.

• Ensure compliance with federal, local, and company policies and procedures.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Reliability, Supply Chain, or related field

• 7+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing maintenance and reliability

• Experience with work management routines, technical storerooms, and project teams

• Military experience may be considered in lieu of degree

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• MBA or related graduate degree; CMRP certification

• Experience in CPG, paint, or chemical manufacturing

• Background in TPM, Lean, and continuous improvement environments

• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization

• Proven ability to assess and develop talent in a maintenance setting

• Experience simplifying complex technical topics for diverse audiences

• Knowledge of machine guarding requirements

• Basic PowerBI capability

• SAP experience (maintenance modules, PM, budgeting, inventory analysis)

• Experience in one or more trades (electrical, pipefitting, instrumentation)

• Experience with project installation, estimating, layout, and directing work crews

• Demonstrated success leading large teams

• Ability to create and execute strategic plans

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Fulltime onsite in Sturtevant, WI

• Remote work is not available

• Eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS & PERKS

SC Johnson offers competitive total compensation, including salary, bonuses, longterm incentives, and 401(k) matching. As a family company, benefits may include subsidized healthcare, parental leave, flexible work options, vacation purchase programs, fitness and recreation facilities, childcare support, counseling services, and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.