Plant Reliability & Efficiency Manager

Brightpath Associates LLC; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to join our fast-paced facilities team in Torrington, CT. This role reports to the Vice President, Operations and will drive daily operational readiness as well as efficiency and capacity evolution.

You will lead a multi-plant maintenance group, manage budgets, coordinate with contractors, and advance preventive maintenance while supporting ESG goals. Strong leadership and hands-on engineering experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of a multi-plant facilities group in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Experience with automated/semi-automated equipment and tolerance for manual processes.
• Strong communication skills in both written and verbal forms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of a multi-plant Facilities Group.
• Coordinate work with outside contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants.
• Improve safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Support ESG commitments and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Manage department budget for maintenance and repair of building, grounds, equipment, and utilities.
• Lead capital project execution, including equipment purchases and contractor labor.
• Oversee emergency response and maintenance operations, on and off hours.
• Maintain CMMS and inventory of spare parts; generate operational reports.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Associate’s Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

CMMS software

Job description

Brightpath Associates LLC is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to join our fast-paced facilities team in Torrington, CT. This role reports to the Vice President, Operations and will drive daily operational readiness as well as efficiency and capacity evolution.

You will lead a multi-plant maintenance group, manage budgets, coordinate with contractors, and advance preventive maintenance while supporting ESG goals. Strong leadership and hands-on engineering experience are essential.