Maintenance & Engineering Manager

The Maintenance/Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring safe and proper maintenance and repair of production equipment. This position will oversee all aspects of the maintenance department including managing personnel, preventative/predictive maintenance programs, spearheading maintenance projects and coordinating with Operations/Production Leadership.

Will work with Plant Manager to prepare capital budget program for the year. Will manage smaller capital/replacement projects. Will do project scope, get project approvals, do preliminary design, work with vendors/contractors on equipment and materials purchase and installation, oversee project budget, schedule & installation. Will be plant liaison on larger capital projects and work with Corporate Project Engineering group.

Duties

• Provide leadership and direction to the maintenance organization, promoting a culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.


• Ensure the reliable operation of plant equipment, utilities, facilities, and infrastructure through effective maintenance planning and execution.


• Coordinate daily maintenance priorities with production leadership to balance operational needs, reduce downtime, and improve asset availability.


• Establish and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs that support long‑term equipment reliability.


• Analyze equipment performance and maintenance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and enhance overall plant performance.


• Lead investigations into equipment failures and operational issues, implementing sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence.


• Manage departmental resources, including budgeting, staffing, contractors, and maintenance scheduling.


• Develop team members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and succession planning to build a skilled and engaged workforce.


• Ensure maintenance employees are trained, understand/stay engaged in all plant safety systems, processes, & initiatives


• Assist the Plant Manager in the preparation of Capital Investment Requests by first determining the best equipment design and/or facility layout, develop specs, bid drawings, and ensure that the project meets all environmental, safety, production and maintenance requirements.


• After project approval, purchase and expedite materials, equipment, and services as provided by the Investment Request.


• Ensure that the project is implemented according to the specification in a safe and timely manner with a minimum disruption to plant activities and housekeeping.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of chemical, specialty chemicals, refining, industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.


• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience managing maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong knowledge of equipment reliability programs and maintenance best practices.


• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).


• Experience managing capital projects and maintenance‑related initiatives from planning through execution.


• Knowledge of maintenance repair procedures, installation standards, codes, and specifications.


• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement methodologies.


• Experience conducting failure analysis and driving corrective action initiatives.


• Working knowledge of industrial safety programs and compliance requirements.


• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.