Engineering Manager
Job Location: Bluffton, IN
Summary:
Responsible for the facilitation and/or implementation of capital and process improvement projects to resolve equipment problems, save costs, or improve effectiveness.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development and planning for such projects including setting and adhering to timelines, budgeting, ROI.
- Coordination of activities and resources including internal resources and outside contractors
- Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of mechanical and electrical problems with equipment
- Assist the Maintenance Manager on safe operating practices
- Assist with plant floor for improved equipment efficiencies and uptime
- Assist with safety committee improvements
- Manage equipment improvements that directly affect efficiencies and reliability
- Improve planning for training needs and compliance
- Provide analysis of equipment reliability and recommendation of rebuild or replacement
- Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures; requesting special service
- Complete design and development projects by working with and guiding technicians
- Researching and recommending new manufacturing technology by making direct observations as well as interpreting data from other technical and operating staff
- Understand the required outcome of a particular procedure or process
- Assess safety and sanitation requirements for new and existing equipment and ensure that these are integrated into the process
- Work on various plant projects and capital equipment requests involving the startup of new operations, implementation of quality and safety improvements, and development of productivity improvements in existing products.
- Work closely with other engineers and technicians on development and research projects as well as capital projects
- Improve equipment reliability and life cycle for future production capacity needs by working closely with production and maintenance.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 5+ years electrical or mechanical experience
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLC controls, focusing on ControlLogix, SLC, PLC5, PanelView, and PanelView Plus
- SAP 3-5 years of experience
- Proven leadership skills a must. Strong decision-making skills with ability to show discrepancy and judgement
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency in Excel
- Experience working with decision-makers on business strategies and objectives.
Preferred Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field or possess experience and education equivalent to such a degree
- 5+ years of project management experience
- Proven record working as a business partner in a lean manufacturing environment
- Experience in working with decision makers on training strategies and objectives
Nearest Major Market: Fort Wayne