Plant Engineering Manager

Knauf Insulation, Inc.; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision – day one

401(k) with 100% match up to 6%

Paid parental leave

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Knauf Insulation North America is seeking an Engineering Manager to direct project engineering and maintenance to maximize plant efficiency and safety.

You will monitor KPIs, manage budgets, lead CAPEX initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across engineering staff, fostering collaboration and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other technical field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years in a manufacturing environment; and
• Minimum of five (5) years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Engineering and Maintenance staff properly design/maintain/repair equipment while adhering to corporate quality and safety standards
• Prepare 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 activities of the Maintenance Supervisors. Monitor and manage the Plant's performance from a maintenance perspective and re-direct 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/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.

Skills

Engineering Mgmt

Budgeting

CAPEX projects

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

ERP / SAP

Job description

Knauf Insulation 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 Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available!

About the Role:

As the Engineering Manager you will direct the project engineering and maintenance functions to maximize 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Engineering and Maintenance staff properly design/maintain/repair equipment while adhering to corporate quality and safety standards
• Prepare 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 activities of the Maintenance Supervisors. Monitor and manage the Plant's performance from a maintenance perspective and re-direct 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/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.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other 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.