Operations Engineer: Plant Maintenance & Compliance

PPG; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid Vacation

Holiday pay

Job summary

PPG's Circleville, OH plant is seeking an Operations Engineer to oversee the ERU maintenance program and lead life-cycle improvements. You will manage preventative maintenance, safety and environmental compliance, and coordination with contractors to keep energy recovery systems running efficiently.

You will also assist in project engineering, manage budgets and provide training to ERU personnel, improving reliability and reducing downtime while ensuring adherence to permits and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably Mechanical, with 5+ years of mechanical/chemical/industrial experience or high school diploma with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in computer applications and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to understand accounting principles related to capital requests, budget management, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Administer the ERU Preventive Maintenance program and related activities to maintain equipment efficiency.
• Oversee the Leak Detection/Repair Program to ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate activities between ERU staff and outside contractors to ensure seamless operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement semi-annual ERU maintenance shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental permits and regulations.
• Assist in project engineering to improve plant operations and resolve recurring issues.
• Review and update the spare parts inventory to reduce downtime.
• Assist in maintaining the ERU maintenance budget and understanding monthly cost and variance statements.
• Provide technical assistance and training to ERU personnel to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Track maintenance history and implement changes to reduce or eliminate recurring problems.
• Conduct safety and health audits to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Facilitate contractor safety orientations and ensure good housekeeping practices.
• Serve as back-up to first-line supervisors as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Budgeting understanding

Proficiency in computer applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

15+ years relevant experience (HS route)

Tools

Storeroom systems

Preventive maintenance systems

Boiler operator license (Ohio)

Job description

PPG's Circleville, OH plant is seeking an Operations Engineer to oversee the ERU maintenance program and lead life-cycle improvements. You will manage preventative maintenance, safety and environmental compliance, and coordination with contractors to keep energy recovery systems running efficiently.

You will also assist in project engineering, manage budgets and provide training to ERU personnel, improving reliability and reducing downtime while ensuring adherence to permits and regulations.