Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Engineering Maintenance Manager to lead and oversee our maintenance and reliability engineering functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, facilities, and machinery maintenance, with proven leadership capabilities and a solid understanding of reliability tools and lean manufacturing practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of engineering and maintenance professionals across multiple shifts or continuous operations.
- Plan, direct, and coordinate maintenance strategies and projects to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Apply advanced engineering knowledge to the design, modification, and maintenance of machinery and facilities.
- Oversee and ensure the execution of preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
- Utilize reliability tools and methodologies such as FMEA, RCM, and RCA to identify and address root causes of equipment failure.
- Manage large, complex engineering projects from concept through completion, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including precision technical plans, blueprints, and models.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Train and mentor staff on equipment, technology, and procedures to build a skilled and adaptable team.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders regarding technical topics and project updates.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Seven (7) years of experience in engineering, facilities, and/or machinery maintenance.
- Seven (7) years of supervisory experience.
- Two (2) years of hands-on experience performing equipment maintenance and reliability tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; approachable and accessible leadership style.
- Demonstrated project management experience with successful delivery of complex engineering initiatives.
- Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, production processes, and quality control methods.
- Strong business acumen in maintenance planning, budgeting, and resource management.
- Proficiency in communicating technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Fluency in English to ensure effective training and communication on safety and quality issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ten (10) years of experience in engineering, facilities, machinery maintenance, and/or reliability.
- Five (5) years of direct experience in equipment reliability and maintenance.
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience managing operations in multi-shift or continuous production environments.
- Background in paper converting, chemical or plastics processing, or industrial packaging.
- Lean manufacturing experience and implementation.