Plant Engineering Manager

Knauf Insulation, Inc.; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on?

Virtual Medical Services

Fertility and adoption benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100%–6%)

Paid parental leave

Paid family leave

Salary Continuance (Short- term)

Company paid life insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Knauf Insulation, Inc. in Michigan seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance functions, maximizing plant efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance.

You will monitor KPIs, manage CAPEX projects, and drive continuous improvement across maintenance and engineering activities. The role requires a strong focus on safety, quality and cost control within a 24/7 production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field.
• Minimum of five (5) years in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct engineering and maintenance staff to maximize plant efficiency and safe operations.
• Prepare the annual Engineering and Maintenance budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances and take corrective actions.
• Pursue technologies to improve safety, product quality, plant profitability and operating efficiency.
• Oversee Maintenance Supervisors and manage the plant's maintenance and engineering activities 24/7.
• Ensure ISO procedures for Maintenance and Engineering are implemented and documented.
• Foster skills development and vendor training to build a capable engineering team.
• Drive employee retention and engagement and promote innovation, collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Maintenance management

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Company provided Salay Continuance (Short- term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

About the Role:

As the Engineering Manager, you will direct the project engineering and maintenance functions to maximize the efficiency of plant operations while maintaining a safe working environment for all plant employees. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an entire function and CAPEX projects. You will monitor and analyze key performance indicators and daily production data, adjusting maintenance/engineering work plans and expenditures accordingly.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure Engineering and Maintenance staff properly design, maintain, and repair equipment while adhering to corporate quality and safety standards
• Prepare the annual Engineering and Maintenance budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions as needed
• Pursue technologies to improve safety, product quality, plant profitability, operating efficiencies, etc.
• Direct the activities of the Maintenance Supervisors. Monitor and manage the Plant's performance from a maintenance perspective and redirect Maintenance efforts as needed or assign Engineering assistance when required
• Ensure that the Maintenance and Engineering Department is properly organized, staffed, and equipped to support the operation of the plant on a 24-hour-per-day basis
• Ensure that ISO procedures for the Maintenance and Engineering Department are implemented and properly documented
• Act as the liaison with Corporate Engineering, R&D, and Corporate Process Development
• Ensure ongoing development and upgrading of skills within the department through the scheduling of vendor training sessions, specialized classes, seminars, etc., to develop the most capable engineers, supervisors, and craftspersons possible
• Drive the highest level of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

What You'll Need:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or another technical field required

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years in a manufacturing environment; and
• Minimum of five (5) years of management experience

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.