Director, Engineering and Maintenance (Lynchburg, VA)

Prestige Brands; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Engineering and Maintenance to lead operations in Lynchburg, VA. This pivotal role involves overseeing maintenance and engineering teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing significant capital budgets. You will drive continuous improvement and reliability within a dynamic manufacturing environment, contributing to the success of a company with over 150 years of industry experience. This opportunity offers a chance to shape the future of engineering processes while working in a supportive and innovative atmosphere.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(K) Retirement Savings with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Annual Targeted Bonus

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience with 3 years in management.
• Strong project management and safety practice knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering and maintenance for manufacturing facilities.
• Manage budget and equipment changes to meet production needs.

Skills

Engineering Project Management

Health and Safety Practices

FDA Environment Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Director, Engineering and Maintenance (Lynchburg, VA)

For over 150 years, Fleet Laboratories success has come from adapting to a changing world with creative thinking and innovative product development. We've grown into a global leader of over 100 personal health and beauty products. As the world keeps evolving, so will we-- with unique new technologies and products that help our customer’s look and feel your best.

At Fleet Laboratories, the future is bright and our commitment to quality and innovation has never been stronger. Working here at our location in Lynchburg, VA, you will feel part of a team that works together to meet our consumer needs.

Fleet Laboratories is looking for aDirector, Engineering and Maintenance.

JOB SUMMARY:
The position will have oversight of the manufacturing facilities, engineering and centralized maintenance teams. The position will direct the activities of Engineering and Maintenance in a safe and cost-effective environment on multiple shifts. Direct a three-shift maintenance operation, which provides maintenance support for the facility and production. The Facility includes buildings, grounds, and utilities providing technical support in maintaining, planning and executing projects, repairs, or modifications.

MAJOR JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accountabilities

• Direct the engineering effort supporting corporate goals. This includes the operations, facility, grounds, and any subsidiaries as needed.
• Budgetary responsibility for the site capital budget of $6 to $8 million with a major focus on site profitability
• Manage and plan equipment changes, purchases, installation, implementation and maintenance to meet production requirements and new product introductions.
• Plan and coordinate the work of the department, equipment and utilities. Manage the work order, preventive maintenance, inventory control, equipment histories, and site projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct the maintenance department activities across all shifts to support the production schedule and problem solve equipment and facility issues.
• Build a department with a team focused on maintenance reliability, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement
• Assure compliance with cGMP, corporate and other regulatory standards for quality and safety in all areas of responsibility.
• Develop the three-year capital plan. Assure we have adequate manpower to accomplish.
• Develop, analyze and communicate relevant measurements for areas of responsibility.
• Manage capital projects from inception through commissioning, in alignment with plant objectives.
• Propose improvements in process, energy, resource, safety, and health management.

• Evaluate and recommend equipment changes, shop facilities tools, equipment and utilities systems, and implement-approved changes. Design packaging line and facility improvements.
• Aid in the validation of modifications and addition of new equipment or processes in conjunction with the Quality Assurance Department.
• Develop and implement Maintenance Preventive and Predictive programs throughout operations and the facility.
• Drive standardization of equipment selection and repair techniques throughout the business
• Perform other related duties as required.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Ensures regulatory and corporate compliance.
• Leads by example.

Operational Performance

• Ensures department goals are aligned with plant business imperatives.
• Ensures performance goals are met.
• Establishes and ensures achievement of all unit Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Ensures compliance with corporate standards (e.g., financial, code of business conduct) and adherence to company policies.
• Supports business processes and requirements.

KPI Accountabilities/Responsible to Influence

• Safety Incident Rate (%)
• # of achieved cost reductions

• Planned budget/actual budget (%)

People Management/Development

• Promotes open and honest communication.
• Fosters “team building.”
• Fosters a culture focused on problem solving and process improvement.
• Ensures decision making at proper levels.
• Ensures clear roles and responsibilities.
• Engages workforce.
• Maintains positive employee morale.
• Determines resource planning and deployment strategy.
• Ensures systems and processes are in place to maintain smooth operations during employee absences and staffing changes.
• Fosters culture that values diversity and promotes respect, inclusion, cooperation and responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Electrical) or the equivalent. Master’s degree desirable
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience including three years of managerial experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Must have engineering project management experience.
• Strong understanding of current health and safety practices
• Prior experience in an FDA environmentpreferred.

KEY INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

• Interacts with all departments.

Here at Fleet, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career.

• The start of a great career working with a diverse group of great people
• The health and safety of every employee... our top priority
• A clean, air-conditioned cGMP environment
• Top notch benefits –paid time off, 401(K) retirement savings with company match, medical, dental and vision, pay annual targeted bonus, competitive pay, life insurance, Flexible spending account, and tuition reimbursement.
• Stability – a record of strong financial performance and part of a growing $1billion company
• A business supporting the Lynchburg community for over 150 years.

No Sponsorship:Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future?* Yes No

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Are you willing and able to commute to the Lynchburg, VA office 5 days a week?* Yes No