Engineering Manager

Voyant Beauty; Ridgefield (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyant Beauty in Ridgefield, NJ, seeks an Engineering Manager to lead plant engineering and maintenance, drive reliability, and support production goals. You will oversee daily maintenance, plan preventive programs, and coordinate capital projects to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently.

You will also manage resources, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 1-3 years supervisory experience in maintenance or engineering roles.
• 4-6 years in plant maintenance or engineering within a manufacturing environment (food/beverage/pharma/consumer products preferred).
• Practical knowledge of maintenance & reliability practices including preventative & predictive maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting plant equipment (electrical, mechanical, utilities).
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of CMMS software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the plant's engineering and maintenance team, ensuring effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of all equipment.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Help manage department budget and allocate resources (tools, parts, manpower) to meet demands.
• Collaborate with Engineering Director on capital projects and on-site support.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the maintenance team to strengthen skills and performance.
• Ensure activities meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Maintenance & reliability

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Safety regs

Budget management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they're the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual's contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.

Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing, of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.

Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

If you're seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.

A Brief Overview

The Engineering Manager leads the plant-level engineering and maintenance team, focusing on day-to-day operations, maintenance planning, and equipment reliability to support production efficiency and compliance. This role involves managing the implementation of preventative maintenance programs, assisting with capital projects, and ensuring that all plant equipment operates safely and reliably.

What you will do

• Oversee the daily activities of the plant's engineering and maintenance team, ensuring effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of all equipment.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support production goals.
• Assist in managing the department budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring proper allocation of resources such as tools, parts, and manpower to meet operational demands.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Director on plant-specific capital projects, coordinating on-site support, resources, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the maintenance team, ensuring skills development and effective performance management to meet plant objectives.
• Ensure maintenance and engineering activities meet safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements, promoting a culture of safety within the plant.
• Some duties may vary slight by location.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Supervisory experience in maintenance or engineering roles (Required)
• 4-6 years in plant maintenance or engineering within a manufacturing environment, preferably in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or consumer products industries (Required)

Skills and Abilities

• Practical knowledge of maintenance and reliability practices, including preventative and predictive maintenance. (High proficiency)
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment, including electrical, mechanical, and utility systems. (High proficiency)
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize resources for efficient maintenance operations. (High proficiency)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate effectively with production and other departments. (High proficiency)
• Proven team leadership abilities, including coaching and development of technical staff. (High proficiency)
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations relevant to manufacturing. (High proficiency)
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). (Medium proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM) or equivalent (Preferred)
• Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) (Preferred)

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.