Job Description
About the job Maintenance and Engineering Manager
The primary responsibility of the Maintenance and Engineering Manager is to lead the maintenance and engineering functions at the site, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, utility management, and capital project execution. This role directly supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective chemical manufacturing operations in alignment with company goals and industry standards.
Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lead and develop the sites maintenance team, including mechanics, electricians, and contractors.
Oversee all maintenance activities including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to ensure maximum uptime and regulatory compliance.
Manage the sites utility systems (e.g., wastewater treatment, fire suppression, compressed air), ensuring high reliability and cost control.
Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards including OSHA, EPA, PSM, and ISO 9001.
Plan, manage, design, and execute capital projects, including budgeting, CAR submission, scheduling, and implementation.
Support DCS/PLC system maintenance and troubleshooting in collaboration with engineering and operations teams.
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability, maintenance costs, and uptime.
Lead contractor oversight and the sites contractor management program.
Partner with other departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations, safety, and quality.
Competencies Initiative
Positive attitude and approach to responsibilities and team collaboration
Problem Solving / Analysis
Technical Capacity
Organizational Skills
Communication Proficiency
Leadership and Team Development
Ability to retain and apply large amounts of technical and regulatory information
Education and Experience Required Bachelors degree in mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or engineering management, preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment.
Capital project management experience (>$100K projects preferred).
Strong working knowledge of PSM, EHS, and ISO 9001 systems.
Experience with DCS/PLC systems and process control environments.
Skills Required Advanced Math
Microsoft Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
SAP
Working knowledge of process equipment, utility systems, piping, and heavy equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Knowledge of OSHA/PSM, EPA, and industry codes and standards
Supervisory Responsibility This position directly supervises site maintenance staff and external contractors and plays a key role in mentoring technical employees and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
Work Environment This job operates in both office and plant environments. The role requires routine use of standard office equipment and regular exposure to industrial production settings.
Physical Demands Must be able to work in indoor/outdoor environments
Climb stairs/ladders
Wear a full-face respirator
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Engage in bending, crouching, or reaching as required
This job is not appropriate for individuals with chemical sensitivity. Employees who display sensitivity to the chemicals present at the site despite using standard required safety measures may be subject to reassignment or termination of employment.
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