Maintenance & Engineering Manager

The Maintenance/Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring safe and proper maintenance and repair of production equipment. This position will oversee all aspects of the maintenance department including managing personnel, preventative/predictive maintenance programs, spearheading maintenance projects and coordinating with Operations/Production Leadership.

Will work with Plant Manager to prepare capital budget program for the year. Will manage smaller capital/replacement projects. Will do project scope, get project approvals, do preliminary design, work with vendors/contractors on equipment and materials purchase and installation, oversee project budget, schedule & installation. Will be plant liaison on larger capital projects and work with Corporate Project Engineering group.

Duties

• Provide leadership and direction to the maintenance organization, promoting a culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure the reliable operation of plant equipment, utilities, facilities, and infrastructure through effective maintenance planning and execution.
• Coordinate daily maintenance priorities with production leadership to balance operational needs, reduce downtime, and improve asset availability.
• Establish and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs that support long-term equipment reliability.
• Analyze equipment performance and maintenance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and enhance overall plant performance.
• Lead investigations into equipment failures and operational issues, implementing sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage departmental resources, including budgeting, staffing, contractors, and maintenance scheduling.
• Develop team members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and succession planning to build a skilled and engaged workforce.
• Ensure maintenance employees are trained, understand/stay engaged in all plant safety systems, processes, & initiatives
• Assist the Plant Manager in the preparation of Capital Investment Requests by first determining the best equipment design and/or facility layout, develop specs, bid drawings, and ensure that the project meets all environmental, safety, production and maintenance requirements.
• After project approval, purchase and expedite materials, equipment, and services as provided by the Investment Request.
• Ensure that the project is implemented according to the specification in a safe and timely manner with a minimum disruption to plant activities and housekeeping.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of chemical, specialty chemicals, refining, industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience managing maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of equipment reliability programs and maintenance best practices.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience managing capital projects and maintenance-related initiatives from planning through execution.
• Knowledge of maintenance repair procedures, installation standards, codes, and specifications.
• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience conducting failure analysis and driving corrective action initiatives.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety programs and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.