Engineering and Maintenance Manager Morris

Polynt Group; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability

Job summary

Polynt Composites USA seeks an Engineering and Maintenance Manager to lead plant maintenance and engineering programs at the Morris facility. You will report to the Plant Manager and drive reliability, CAPEX, and PSM compliance across the site.

The role requires 10+ years in engineering and maintenance at a plant, strong EHS/PSM background, and hands-on capital project management. SAP and CMMS experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• B.S. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 10+ years in engineering and maintenance at the plant level.
• Capital projects management experience.
• Strong background in EHS and PSM.
• Demonstrated success in leading continuous improvement in a team environment.
• Experience with SAP and CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Organize maintenance to be efficient for EH&S work orders, PMs, and daily tasks.
• Collaborate with Plant/Production managers to measure downtime and drive improvements.
• Forecast and manage the maintenance budget; maintain P&ID documentation.
• Execute capital projects on schedule and within budget; manage capital budgeting and CAR submissions.
• Forecast cash flow for projects and close projects after final invoicing.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance per PSM and ISO 9001 standards.
• Set maintenance objectives for continuous improvement and utilize maintenance software.
• Coordinate onsite contractors and manage the PSM contractor program.
• Provide technical/engineering support to Maintenance and Unit Operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Project management

EHS/PSM knowledge

Education

B.S. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

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Engineering and Maintenance Manager Morris

Polynt Composites USA is a global leader in the manufacturing of composites, coatings, and chemical intermediates, serving key industries such as industrial, transportation, construction, marine, medical, and consumer goods.

The Engineering Manager will report directly to the Plant Manager and have the responsibility to develop, implement and measure critical engineering and maintenance processes and programs at the Morris facility. Be accountable for the implementation of maintenance and engineering best practices in order to assure the desired level of plant reliability. This role will be responsible for managing the maintenance and capital budgets along with hiring and direct supervision of project contractors and managing the overall PSM contractor program. In support of the plant quality management system (ISO 9001) will provide ongoing troubleshooting, repair and quality improvement projects of and for plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize maintenance to be the most effective for completing EH&S work orders, PM’s and daily maintenance.
• Work with Plant Manager/ Production Manager to establish mechanisms for measuring downtime and manage continuous improvement.
• Manage the maintenance budget including forecasting of maintenance spending. Maintain all plant P&ID’s.
• Execute capital plan as best defined by completing assigned projects on schedule and within budget.
• Responsible for the capital budget management, as well as for the capital planning, CAR submission and all project related activities.
• Responsible for cash flow forecasting of all project spending and closing projects upon receipt of the last invoice associated with each project.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance as required by PSM, ISO9001 and sound engineering and business practices.
• Establish and monitor maintenance objectives for continuous improvement. Continue to utilize the Bightly for Maint. software
• Coordinate onsite contractors and manage the overall PSM contractor program.
• Provide Technical/Engineering Support to Maintenance and Unit Operations.
• Other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience

• B. S. Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent industry experience)
• 10 years or more of experience in Engineering and Maintenance matters at the plant level with strong background in Engineering and Maintenance management.
• Background in capital projects management.
• Strong background in EHS and PSM.
• Demonstrated success in leading continuous improvement in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong team player, independent worker requiring minimal day-to-day direction or oversight.
• SAP experience
• CMMS programs

Work Environment Considerations

This job is not appropriate for individuals with chemical sensitivity. Employees who display sensitivity to the chemicals present at the site despite using standard required safety measures may be subject to reassignment or termination of employment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Polynt fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Employees have diverse opportunities for career progression and development in a global environment that covers multiple sectors and application areas. If you are a resourceful and innovative individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

At Polynt, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a stable, growth-driven work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO, HSA, FSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Polynt Composites USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.