General Accountability:The Engineering and Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading/monitoring a robust maintenance program through focused efforts to establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and driving maintenance excellence. In addition, this role will also manage our Sr Manufacturing Engineer, focusing on project execution. This position will be based in Washington, NC and reports directly to the Business Unit Manager.Duties and Responsibilities: Manage daily activities of technical team; set goals, monitor progress, offer coaching & training, support development, and evaluate performanceManage operating budget for Engineering and Maintenance Departments, including labor, contractors, machine parts, maintenance supplies, building supplies, energy consumption, and inspection and licensing feesPrepare and manage annual CAPX budgetsDevelop both long-term and short-term capital plans and ensure that all projects are planned properly and the results achievable.  Monitor projects to make sure deadlines are achieved, and that funds are properly utilizedEnsure adequate parts and supplies are maintained, establish thorough supply procurement and inventory control system, and safeguard materials.Ensure all maintenance processes are completely documented, and implement any changes to these processesEnsure that safety and security measures are in place for the facilityEnsure all regulatory requirements pertaining to waste disposal, emissions, facility permits, and codes are met and file with the appropriate Federal, State, and Local Government agencies.Responsible for the establishment, implementation and the maintenance of Environmental Health and Safety systems to comply with all regulatory requirements. Responsible for the implementation of agreed Health & Safety training policies and the retention of relevant records. Ensure continuous production of all departments; schedule repairs, maintenance and installation of machines, tools and equipment.Support operations to maximize production scheduling and avoid unexpected costs from failure and production downtime by developing and maintaining the preventative maintenance program for machinery and buildings.Participate in the management and direction of the company as a member of the management.Qualifications:Minimum 7-10 years relative experience in maintenance management in a manufacturing environment, 3+ years of previous leadership experience required.Engineering degree highly desired.Technical knowledge including electrical, mechanical, industrial maintenance, automation, HVAC & Hydraulics.Working knowledge of PLC.Experience in an injection molding operation a PLUS.Experience with packaging equipment a PLUS.Excellent computer competencies including spreadsheet skills.Must have excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.Competencies: Managing work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.Leadership: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.Initiating action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; achieving goals beyond what is required; being proactive.Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills.  Ability to coordinate and communicate activities between internal departments and external suppliers.Planning and Organizing: establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is required to stand, walk; sit and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Color vision, Distance vision, Depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
