Manager - Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance

Kohler Co.; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 135,600 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-1 benefits

Job summary

Kohler Co. in Brownwood, Texas, is seeking an Engineering Manager to provide leadership for engineering and maintenance programs onsite. You will guide productivity and continuous improvement initiatives while aligning with corporate policies and strategic goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, 5+ years of managerial manufacturing experience, and strong communication and project management skills. Onsite work with day 1 benefits and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and project management skills required.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with emphasis on process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering and maintenance activities to drive productivity and cost reduction in the plant.
• Develop and champion process engineering and maintenance procedures and tools.
• Coach teams to make informed technical decisions on projects.
• Stay current with best practices and introduce new approaches and tools.
• Ensure resources and support for strategic and tactical plant initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Manufacturing processes

Continuous improvement

Quality engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Provides leadership and technical guidance for the identification, planning and execution of Engineering programs consistent with sound engineering practices and company policies to facilitate the execution of the maintenance plan and support the overall manufacturing processes in a proactive manner. The incumbent develops and implements the engineering strategy of all Engineering and Maintenance functions that support the overall strategic direction of the business including Process, Plant, Robotics and Quality Engineering, NPD and Tooling.

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Brownwood, Texas

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage the daily efforts of the engineering and maintenance group aimed at identifying, leading, and completing productivity, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, quality, and cost reduction projects in the plant that will provide a competitive advantage and profitability.
• Develop, teach, and champion process engineering and maintenance procedures, tools, and techniques. Participate in engineering reviews of project tasks. Coach to ensure informed decisions are made concerning technical content of projects.
• Remain up-to-date on best practices and recommend new approaches/tools.
• Ensure capable engineering and maintenance resources are in place and provide support for the strategic, physical and tactical implementation at the plant.
• Design and develop new or improved processes to improve safety, ergonomics and effectiveness of manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical resources in the management of equipment and tooling requirements.
• Support Process Engineers and maintenance in evaluating and assessing the applicability and efficiency of the production methodology, materials, and equipment used in manufacturing.
• Champion continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts to constantly improve the process and lower costs.
• Supervise the obtaining of information for proposed new production, materials or processes, or modifications to existing products, materials or processes.
• Accountable for key input to facilities expansion requirements, both as to type of equipment and timing of construction. Providing planning input and coordination with Kohler corporate engineering, staff engineering or outside engineering firms.

Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline required, master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in a manufacturing environment
• Thorough understanding manufacturing processes and systems and the engineering and maintenance expertise to support those processes or systems.
• Experience in the fiberglass or plastics industry preferred.
• Proven success leading an engineering and maintenance team.
• Exceptional communication and computer skills.
• Effective use of project management tools and techniques.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

This position offers day 1 benefits and a salary range of $135,600 - $211,000, with performance bonus/variable incentive compensation. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.