Technical Services Manager

Copeland Corporation LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland is seeking a Technical Services Manager in Rushville, IN to lead the Engineering, Controls, and Maintenance teams within the Oil Free Centrifugal value stream. This role focuses on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement to meet current and future manufacturing objectives.

You will drive lean initiatives, deploy automation and Industry 4.0 projects, optimize equipment uptime, and develop a high‑performing technical organization across Manufacturing Engineering, Controls, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years of experience in control and/or mechanical engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong project management and supervisory experience.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Preferred skills in PLC programming and automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering, Maintenance, and Capital Projects to support manufacturing goals.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve productivity and quality.
• Oversee controls and automation projects, cybersecurity, and plant automation.
• Develop reliability-centered maintenance programs and improve OEE.
• Manage budgets, capital expenditure, and safety/compliance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Industrial Automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC/SCADA Systems

HMI/SCADA Systems

Robotics & Automation

Industrial Networks

CMMS Systems

RCM

CAD

Six Sigma Tools

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Our Rushville, IN location is searching for an Technical Services Manager to lead the Technical Services Team supporting the Oil Free Centrifugal value stream. The Technical Services Manager is responsible for leading and developing the Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, and Maintenance functions within the Rushville Oil Free Centrifugal Value Stream. This position provides strategic and tactical leadership to drive operational excellence, equipment reliability, productivity improvements, capital project execution, automation initiatives, safety performance, and continuous improvement efforts. The Technical Services Manager partners closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, EH&S, Product Engineering, and Finance to ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, facilities, and maintenance systems support current and future business objectives. The role is accountable for maximizing equipment uptime, improving manufacturing efficiency, implementing new technologies, and developing a high-performing engineering and maintenance organization.

AS AN TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER, YOU WILL:

Lead the division Engineering group to determine the most effective means of meeting manufacturing/divisional goals (safety, productivity, quality, delivery, employee survey results), driving process improvement, and supporting lean Six Sigma as well as 5S (7S) efforts. Function as an integral part of the product development team, and provide guidance for DPSC, from a design for manufacturing perspective. Support product qualifications and new product launches. Prioritize project work and provide capital budget recommendations. Support quality system integration and upgrades Support facilities needs and growth and help ensure safety and environmental compliance. Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff. Plan for succession. Establish clear performance expectations, objectives, and development plants for all direct reports. Build a culture focused on safety, accountability, problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement Drive succession planning and talent development for critical technical and leadership positions.

Manufacturing Engineering

Develop and execute manufacturing strategies to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Operational Excellence methodologies. Optimize plant layouts, material flow, labor utilization, and manufacturing processes. Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks through process analysis and capacity planning. Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities. Develop and maintain process standards, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation. Drive scrap reduction, yield improvement, and cycle time reduction initiatives. Establish and monitor manufacturing performance metrics.

Controls & Automation Engineering

Lead plant automation strategy and controls engineering activities. Manage PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotic, vision system, and industrial network infrastructure. Evaluate and implement Industry 4.0 technologies and smart manufacturing solutions. Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex controls-related issues. Develop equipment standards for automation systems and controls architecture. Ensure cybersecurity compliance for industrial control systems. Lead controls upgrades and automation projects to improve productivity and reliability. Standardize control platforms to simplify maintenance and improve system performance.

Maintenance & Reliability

Provide leadership for preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities. Develop and implement a comprehensive reliability-centered maintenance strategy. Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through enhanced equipment reliability. Ensure effective utilization of CMMS systems for maintenance planning and tracking. Establish preventive maintenance schedules and predictive maintenance programs. Drive improvements in Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR). Manage spare parts inventory and critical equipment risk assessments. Lead root cause failure analysis and corrective action implementation. Ensure maintenance resources effectively support production requirements.

Capital Projects & Facility Management

Develop and execute annual capital expenditure plans. Lead facility expansion, renovation, equipment installation, and modernization projects. Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, contractors, and commissioning activities. Conduct financial justification and ROI analysis for capital investments. Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Coordinate facility infrastructure improvements, including utilities and building systems.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Support and promote a zero-incident safety culture. Conduct risk assessments and machine safety evaluations. Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable industry standards. Support quality management systems and customer requirements. Lead corrective and preventive action activities related to engineering and maintenance.

Strategic Planning

Develop multi-year manufacturing technology and equipment strategies. Identify opportunities for automation, digitization, and process innovation. Benchmark industry best practices and emerging technologies. Support capacity planning and long-term facility growth initiatives. Align engineering activities with plant operational and financial objectives.

Financial Responsibilities

Develop and manage engineering, maintenance, and capital budgets. Monitor expenditures and identify cost reduction opportunities. Justify and prioritize capital investments. Drive maintenance cost optimization while improving equipment reliability. Support achievement of plant productivity and profitability goals.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in related control and/or mechanical engineering positions in a manufacturing environment
• Strong demonstrated project management experience
• 5+ years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Preferred Technical Skills PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.)
• HMI/SCADA Systems
• Robotics & Automation
• Industrial Networks & Controls Architecture
• CMMS Systems
• Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
• Predictive Maintenance Technologies
• Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt)
• CAD and Manufacturing Process Design
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Industry 4.0 Technologies
• Root Cause Analysis Methodologies

Schedule Assembly operates on a 4-day, 10-hour work-shift schedule. Salaried employees who are not front-line supervisors work five days to support this arrangement. They can choose between working extended hours from Monday to Thursday with a half day on Friday, or they can opt for full eight-hour workdays from Monday to Friday.

Why Work in the Rushville, IN

Our facility is located in Rushville, IN, which is less than an hour from Indianapolis. Rushville is also a short drive from larger communities such as Shelbyville, Greenfield, and Greensburg. Downtown Rushville offers shopping, local eateries, a seasonal farmer and artisan market, and a host of community activities at the Riverside Park Amphitheater. Awarded the Stellar Community designation by the State of Indiana, Rushville offers an exceptional school system, a low cost of living, and is a place where “everyone knows your name.”

About Our Location

Our 2-building campus offers a safe and clean work environment with a “family” atmosphere. We manufacture new semi-hermetic compressors and take the worn-out, failed compressors out of the field and remanufacture them to “like new” status, as well as manufacture crank shafts. Approximately 200 employees work in Rushville and are an integral part of our organization. A 2-building campus allows for learning and growth opportunities for all our team.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come.

Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.