Sr. Manager- Maintenance & Engineering

About the role

The Senior Engineering/Maintenance Manager oversees a team of engineers and technicians in the completion of engineering and maintenance functions and projects.

Responsibilities

• Hire and train qualified staff
• Set project budgets and timelines for completion
• Oversee maintenance and adjustment of machinery and processes in the facility
• Partner with Process Engineering and Maintenance teams to install, test, and release equipment to production after machine modifications
• Familiarize with Root Cause Analysis of machine failure to aid in resolutions to increase machine reliability and future-proof aged equipment
• Develop detailed plans for machine modifications and installations
• Propose Capital Expense project budgets based on plant needs and equipment within the facility
• Lead project development to update aged equipment and communicate with company stakeholders
• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), track performance, and take actions to meet goals
• Check the team's work for technical accuracy and sustainability
• Coordinate with other department managers and staff to improve plant workflow and resolve recurring issues

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering Discipline
• 5+ years’ previous experience as an Engineering Manager
• Master’s degree in engineering or business discipline
• Six-sigma Black Belt Certification, Lean Certification
• Knowledge of Fiber Optic Industry desirable
• SAP experience preferred
• Acute ability to understand and use data for continuous improvement
• Large project management experience

Qualifications

• Understanding of machine controls methodology
• Understanding of machine layout and design tools
• Analytical skills for evaluating information carefully and solving complex problems
• Communication skills for overseeing staff and working with other management personnel
• Detail oriented for understanding complex systems and paying attention to details
• Math skills, including calculus and other advanced mathematics for developing new processes and equipment operational improvements
• Organizational skills for keeping track of budgets, employees, and schedules simultaneously
• Budget planning and adherence
• Team Management
• Project Management

Skills

• Effective communications (verbal, written)
• Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
• Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
• Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
• Conform to all aspects of OFS’ “Standards of Conduct” document