Director of Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering

Penn Color, Inc.; Hatfield Borough (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering to lead their global maintenance operations. This pivotal role involves ensuring optimal facility performance and equipment reliability while managing a diverse team of professionals. You will develop and execute comprehensive maintenance strategies, oversee compliance with safety standards, and integrate innovative technologies to enhance processes. Join a company that values stability and offers a long-term career opportunity in a friendly environment where you can truly make an impact.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Choice of 3 medical plans

401K with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of maintenance management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead global maintenance strategy and oversee facility performance.
• Manage KPIs and develop a high-performing maintenance team.

Skills

Maintenance Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

CMMS

Predictive Maintenance Systems

GMP Facility Management

Job description

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Position Summary

The Director of Maintenance will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the maintenance function for our global manufacturing facilities specializing in liquid dispersion and masterbatch additives. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal facility performance, equipment reliability, and sustained production efficiency. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, the Director will oversee a diverse team of mechanics, fabricators, and electricians to drive the implementation of best practices, and lead the continuous improvement of maintenance processes worldwide.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Director of Maintenance will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the maintenance function for our global manufacturing facilities specializing in liquid dispersion and masterbatch additives. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal facility performance, equipment reliability, and sustained production efficiency. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, the Director will oversee a diverse team of mechanics, fabricators, and electricians to drive the implementation of best practices, and lead the continuous improvement of maintenance processes worldwide.

You Must Be

• A natural and competitive team leader
• Able to inspire those around you and to influence a broad range of individuals
• True desire to elevate those around you
• An innovator and problem solver
• Data-driven
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Global maintenance leadership - develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy that aligns with global operational goals
• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to track maintenance effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
• Develop a high-performing global maintenance team - establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for mechanics, electricians, and support staff
• Oversee all aspects of facility maintenance such as reactive repairs and equipment troubleshooting, preventative and predictive maintenance programs, etc.
• Develop and implement standardized maintenance procedures, protocols, and scheduling systems
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies to drive maintenance excellence
• Contract and vendor management - establish partnerships with external contractors and service providers to supplement in-house capabilities
• Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources
• Oversee capital expenditure planning for maintenance-related projects and equipment upgrades
• Compliance and safety - ensure all maintenance activities adhere to regulatory, environmental, and safety standards
• Global travel is required to visit manufacturing sites, supplier locations, and contractor facilities
  
  

Education

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with liquid dispersion, masterbatch additives, or similar process manufacturing industries is highly desirable
• Strong facilitation and project management skills
• Excellent knowledge of facilities and equipment utilized in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing and executing Equipment and Facilities Qualification protocols
• Experience planning and executing capital projects re: GMP facility and equipment changes/additions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, including PLC programming and industrial control systems
• Deep experience and understanding of maintenance related systems: CMMS, Preventative Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams across diverse geographical locations
• The ability to build teams where employees have a shared purpose and vision; demonstrated experience building unity between sites and/or functions
• Experience in budgeting, cost control, and capital planning
• Excellent communication & collaboration skills
  
  

What WE Can Do For YOU

Penn Color offers many tangible and intangible benefits:

Tangible Benefits Include

• Highly competitive compensation
• A choice between 3 outstanding medical plans
• 401K with a strong company match
• PTO to balance your life
• Many more company perks!
  
  

Our Intangible Benefits Really Set Us Apart

• Unmatched company stability
• Long-term career opportunity
• True open door, friendly environment
• Ability to "own" your role
• Company events that bring us all together
  
  

If you desire a long-term career, want to work alongside an exceptional group of people, and wish to use your talents to shape a world-class company, then we are your employer of choice!

Penn Color, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing

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