Maintenance Manager
Novolex · Logan Township, NJ
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $110k–$120k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 12 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management reliability role at Novolex (packaging) in Logan Township, NJ. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Injection molding
- Base pay
- $110k–$120k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Reliability Engineer roles in New Jersey: typical posted base $101k–$135k. This one lists $110k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 13 reliability engineer openings in New Jersey, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
New Jersey plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 12 other live reliability postings in New Jersey.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $99k–$135k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 54%
- Cost reduction 31%
- Lean 23%
- Team leadership 23%
- CAPA 23%
- Automation 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Injection molding, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Novolex
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Maintenance Manager at Novolex in other locations
Novolex lists this title in 4 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- Carrollton, TX
- Jacksonville, FL
- St. Charles, IL · $125k–$140k
Full description from NovolexAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Developing and implementing a comprehensive maintenance program to ensure the proper functioning and longevity of all machinery and equipment in the plastics manufacturing facility
- ◆Managing a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure effective maintenance operations
- ◆Conducting regular inspections and assessments to identify potential issues or areas for improvement
- ◆Planning and scheduling preventive maintenance tasks, equipment repairs, and upgrades to minimize downtime and optimize production efficiency
- ◆Coordinating with production teams to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize disruptions to manufacturing processes
- ◆Monitoring equipment performance, analyzing data, and implementing corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce breakdowns
- ◆Collaborating with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or equipment installations when necessary
- ◆Managing the maintenance budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective procurement of spare parts and supplies
- ◆Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety within the maintenance team and across the manufacturing facility
- ◆Maintaining accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory management
- ◆Other essential duties as assigned
Candidate
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred
- ✓Proven experience (5+ years) in maintenance management, preferably in a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment
- ✓Strong technical knowledge of plastics manufacturing machinery and equipment, including extruders, injection molding machines, conveyors, and related systems
- ✓Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of maintenance technicians
- ✓Proficient in maintenance planning and scheduling, with the ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively
- ✓Knowledge of preventive maintenance strategies and reliability-centered maintenance principles
- ✓Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in an industrial manufacturing setting
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure
- ✓Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
- ✓Proficient in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other relevant software
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Company Benefits
What You'll Get From Us
Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
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Company Overview
Why Choose Us?
Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.
Our Sustainability Commitment
The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.
Job Description
Job Overview
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all machinery and equipment, minimizing downtime, and maximizing productivity. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, and a proactive approach to maintenance planning and execution.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is $110,000-120,000 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.
