Engineering And Maintenance Manager

We have an opportunity with our client in Jackson, Ohio for an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager to lead engineering projects and maintenance operations within a manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations through effective capital project management, equipment reliability, preventive and predictive maintenance, and continuous improvement.

The Engineering & Maintenance Manager will oversee capital projects, equipment installations, facility maintenance, department budgets, maintenance personnel, and reliability initiatives while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Safety, and Engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering and capital improvement projects from initial concept through completion.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and financial justifications for capital expenditures.
• Prepare and maintain capital project documentation and expenditure proposals.
• Coordinate the installation, commissioning, and start-up of new equipment and production lines.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and accepted engineering practices.
• Draft, update, and maintain plant layouts and engineering documentation.
• Evaluate project feasibility, costs, and return on investment and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Serve as a key liaison between Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders throughout project execution.

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Direct maintenance activities for production equipment, utilities, buildings, and facility infrastructure.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Utilize CMMS software to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and equipment maintenance history.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and drive solutions that minimize production downtime.
• Maintain appropriate spare-parts inventory and effective inventory management practices.
• Identify opportunities to upgrade equipment, improve automation, and increase operational reliability.
• Ensure buildings, utilities, and grounds are maintained for safe and efficient operations.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians and engineering personnel.
• Establish department goals and monitor performance against key performance indicators.
• Hold team members accountable for productivity, quality, attendance, and safety expectations.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support employee training and technical skill development.

Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, food safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements .
• Identify potential safety hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Support food safety and quality initiatives through equipment reliability and compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on increasing equipment uptime, reducing waste, lowering maintenance costs, and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) .
• Monitor engineering and maintenance projects to ensure deadlines and operational objectives are met.

Budget & Performance Management

• Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Monitor maintenance and project expenditures to ensure effective cost control.
• Prepare project updates, maintenance metrics, reports, and performance analyses for leadership.
• Maintain accurate engineering, maintenance, and project documentation.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Project Management, Industrial Technology , or a related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and extensive maintenance leadership experience may be considered.

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive maintenance and engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years of experience leading engineering projects and capital equipment installations .
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience .
• Food manufacturing experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, PLC controls, automation, utilities, fabrication, and facility systems .
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects from planning through implementation.
• Experience with CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• CAD software experience preferred.
• Strong project management, budgeting, and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and operational excellence.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a hands-on manufacturing environment and may require repeated bending, stretching, twisting, and lifting. The role involves regular interaction with production equipment and facility operations and requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, tight deadlines, and competing demands.