Maintenance & Engineering Manager
The SR Maintenance & Engineering Manager leads site-level maintenance and engineering operations, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability of equipment and systems. This role is responsible for driving strategic improvements, managing capital projects, and fostering a high-performing team culture aligned with operational goals and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and support a multidisciplinary team of technicians and engineers.
- Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
Maintenance Operations
- Direct preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure equipment uptime.
- Oversee work planning, resource allocation, and troubleshooting efforts.
- Monitor and improve maintenance KPIs and operational efficiency.
Project & Asset Management
- Manage engineering initiatives including equipment upgrades, installations, and process enhancements.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines; ensure execution aligns with business objectives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support production and technical goals.
Reliability & Continuous Improvement
- Implement reliability-centered maintenance strategies and root cause analysis.
- Leverage data and CMMS tools to optimize asset performance and reduce costs.
- Drive initiatives that enhance system reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.
- Maintain documentation and compliance with internal and external standards.
Financial Oversight & Reporting
- Manage departmental budgets including labor, materials, and capital expenditures.
- Provide regular reporting on maintenance performance, cost control, and project status.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or engineering, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of maintenance systems, reliability engineering, and CMMS platforms.
- Proven track record in managing capital projects and leading cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with safety and regulatory compliance in industrial environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing.
- Certification in Maintenance & Reliability (e.g., CMRP).
- Lean Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement training.
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