Plant Engineering Manager: Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

ArdaghGroup; California; On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and vis

FSA

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Disability insurance

EAP

Apprenticeship programs

Development opportunities

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to lead maintenance and engineering at the plant site. This role directs PM programs, capital projects, and continuous facility improvements, while coordinating with contractors and corporate staff.

You will oversee maintenance scheduling, environmental compliance, training, and safety initiatives, with a focus on efficient operations and strong cross-functional collaboration. A bachelor’s degree and 5 years in manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 5 years of manufacturing experience with exposure and understanding of environmental compliance.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a team-based environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Direct the engineering function and maintenance activities, including PM programs and capital projects for plant improvements.
• Coordinate modifications, additions, and repairs with internal and external teams.
• Supervise scheduling of maintenance and labor personnel, including journeymen for mechanical and electrical work.
• Direct environmental activities and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Help establish a safe, healthy environment and zero-accident goals.
• Contribute to apprentice safety training and journeyman updates.
• Perform admin tasks to manage the department and foster cross-department relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Team-based environment

Planning

Organizational skills

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ardagh Group is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to lead maintenance and engineering at the plant site. This role directs PM programs, capital projects, and continuous facility improvements, while coordinating with contractors and corporate staff.

You will oversee maintenance scheduling, environmental compliance, training, and safety initiatives, with a focus on efficient operations and strong cross-functional collaboration. A bachelor’s degree and 5 years in manufacturing are required.