Continuous Improvement

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer – PLC, Automation, Capital Projects | Hybrid USA (Travel Required)

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Multiple U.S. Locations (must be near a manufacturing site)
🏠 Work Model: Hybrid (flexibility when not traveling)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: 50–75% (North America)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead and support capital projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This role is responsible for delivering end-to-end electrical and control systems engineering, from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and handover. You will play a key role in executing large-scale industrial projects and ensuring systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Delivery

  • Lead electrical and controls engineering for capital projects ($1M–$15M range)

  • Develop:

    • Scope documents

    • Engineering designs and calculations

    • Cost estimates and schedules

    • Technical specifications

  • Manage projects from concept through execution, commissioning, and handover

Electrical & Controls Engineering

  • Design and implement:

    • Power distribution systems

    • Control systems and automation solutions

  • Specify and source equipment such as:

    • Switchgear, transformers, MCCs

    • Drives, PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers

  • Perform electrical system analysis and calculations

  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements

Project & Contractor Management

  • Lead and coordinate:

    • External engineering consultants

    • Vendors and suppliers

    • Installation contractors

  • Manage procurement lifecycle from RFQs to installation and warranty support

  • Oversee commissioning, startup, and training for plant teams

  • Manage change control (MOC) processes

Safety & Compliance

  • Apply and promote NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

  • Lead safety initiatives related to electrical and control systems

  • Ensure all systems meet required regulatory and operational standards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with:

    • Operations

    • Maintenance

    • Engineering teams

    • Procurement and project management

  • Provide subject matter expertise (SME) on electrical and controls systems

  • Support both plant-level projects and enterprise initiatives

Project Ownership (Controls-Focused Projects)

  • Take full ownership of smaller projects (typically <$5M)

  • Act as Electrical & Controls Lead on larger initiatives

  • Manage:

    • Budgets and forecasts

    • Schedules and deliverables

    • Stakeholder communication

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 5+ years of experience in controls/electrical engineering within manufacturing

  • Strong experience with:

    • Control systems and automation technologies

    • Electrical system design

  • Hands-on expertise with:

    • Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (including programming)

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD

  • Demonstrated experience managing capital projects ($500K–$2M+)

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with:

    • 480V and 4160V power distribution systems

    • MCCs, switchgear, and industrial power systems

  • Background in continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environments

  • Experience managing multi-site or large-scale industrial projects

Key Competencies

  • Strong project management and execution skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams

  • High level of initiative and ownership

  • Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have strong experience delivering electrical and controls projects in manufacturing environments

  • Be comfortable acting as both:

    • Technical expert (E&C lead)

    • Project owner (for smaller projects)

  • Thrive in a hands-on, plant-facing role

  • Be capable of managing complex, multi-site capital projects

  • Be open to frequent travel (50–75%)

Screening Questions

  • Do you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering?

  • Do you have project engineering or project management experience?

  • Are you open to travel (40–60%+)?

Additional Information

  • This role supports a high volume of active and upcoming capital projects

  • Acts as a critical technical resource across multiple manufacturing facilities

  • Opportunity to lead impactful projects driving operational performance and growth

 

Category Manager – Direct Materials | Strategic Sourcing, SAP, Manufacturing | Denver, CO (Hybrid)

Category Manager – Direct Materials

📍 Location: Denver, Colorado (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available

Role Overview

We are seeking a Category Manager – Direct Materials to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

This role is responsible for optimising cost, quality, and supply continuity, while driving supplier performance and supporting innovation through strong cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Product, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation

  • Develop and execute data-driven category strategies for direct/raw materials

  • Build and maintain should-cost models to support negotiations and pricing decisions

  • Deliver year-over-year cost savings through:

    • Strategic negotiations

    • Competitive sourcing events

    • Supplier rationalisation

    • Value engineering initiatives

  • Track and report performance using KPIs, scorecards, and executive updates

Supplier & Contract Management

  • Manage supplier relationships to ensure:

    • Quality performance

    • Cost competitiveness

    • Supply reliability

  • Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability and alignment

  • Own contract lifecycle management, including compliance and renewals

  • Manage $20M+ spend categories

Project & Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Lead cross-functional teams across:

    • R&D

    • Product Management

    • Operations

    • Finance

    • Quality

  • Support:

    • New supplier qualification

    • New product introductions (NPI)

    • Material evaluation and innovation initiatives

  • Act as the primary commercial interface across multiple facilities

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

  • Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks

  • Develop and implement contingency plans

  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply disruptions

  • Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical materials

Process Improvement

  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

  • Streamline sourcing and supply chain operations

  • Drive adoption of best practices across the organisation

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • 5+ years of experience in supply chain or sourcing, including:

    • At least 3 years sourcing within a large/complex organisation

  • Proven experience sourcing direct/raw materials in manufacturing environments

  • Experience managing $20M+ spend categories

  • Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience

Technical Skills

  • Expertise in should-cost modelling and cost analysis

  • Strong understanding of commodity/category management principles

  • Experience with e-sourcing tools

  • Proficiency with:

    • SAP or similar ERP systems

    • Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification

  • Experience supporting new product development or R&D initiatives

  • Background in multi-site manufacturing environments

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams

  • Proactive, collaborative mindset with focus on continuous improvement

  • Ability to present insights to senior and non-technical stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have direct experience sourcing raw/direct materials within manufacturing

  • Be comfortable managing large spend categories and complex supplier networks

  • Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability

  • Thrive in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

  • Have a track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Health and wellbeing coverage

  • Paid time off

  • Additional employee benefits

Screening Question

  • Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

 

Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) – Manufacturing, SAP, Lean, Material Flow | Eagle, WI

Industrial Engineer III – Packaging

📍 Location: Eagle, Wisconsin (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or Industrial Technology)
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
✈️ Travel: ~10% (occasional regional travel)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) to lead the development and optimization of supplier packaging and material presentation strategies for manufacturing operations.

This role is critical in ensuring efficient material flow, cost optimization, and protection of components during transit, working closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Strategy & Optimization

  • Develop and implement supplier packaging standards and policies

  • Design packaging solutions to protect materials during transport and handling

  • Create packaging models supporting:

    • Plan for Every Part (PFEP)

    • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

  • Establish monitoring systems to ensure supplier compliance

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

  • Optimize material flow, layouts, and processes to improve operational performance

  • Implement lean principles and demand-driven strategies (flexibility, speed, responsiveness)

  • Identify and drive innovative solutions to improve business outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with engineering, quality, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing teams

  • Work closely with shop floor personnel to improve processes and systems

  • Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring correct packaging specifications

Process Development & Documentation

  • Develop and validate:

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Work Instructions

    • Test methods and capability studies

  • Provide training and guidance on packaging processes

  • Ensure proper material preservation standards for service requirements

Supplier & Material Flow Management

  • Travel to supplier locations to assess inbound material handling and packaging needs

  • Design processes for inter-facility material transfers (e.g., sheet metal components)

  • Ensure materials arrive production-ready (paint, storage, assembly, etc.)

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments

  • Experience with process improvement and material flow optimization

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP / SAP Business Objects)

  • Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE)

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

  • Experience in high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix environments

  • Background in project management (certification preferred)

  • Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring teams

  • Strong statistical analysis skills

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on industrial/packaging engineer who:

  • Has strong experience in material handling and supplier packaging design

  • Understands manufacturing environments and inter-facility logistics

  • Can develop practical, scalable packaging solutions (not consumer packaging)

  • Is comfortable working both strategically and on the shop floor

  • Has experience creating processes to protect industrial components in transit

  • Thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Physical Requirements

  • Regular standing, walking, and use of hands

  • Occasional lifting (25–50 lbs)

  • Periods of computer-based work

  • Occasional bending, reaching, and shop floor activity

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement plans

  • Paid time off

  • Additional employee benefits

Screening Questions

  • Can you describe your experience with material planning, packaging, and delivery workflows?

  • Have you created work instructions or SOPs for packaging or manufacturing processes?

  • What experience do you have with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)?

  • How have you collaborated with production teams to improve processes?

  • What is driving your interest in a new opportunity?

 

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Supplier Technical Engineer – Supplier Quality & Process Improvement (On-site, San Diego)

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⚙️ Supplier Technical Engineer

📍 Location: San Diego, CA (On-site)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏭 Industry: Energy
📦 Function: Supply Chain / Supplier Quality
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🎯 Level: Associate (2–5 years’ experience)

🌟 About the Role

We are seeking a Supplier Technical Engineer to support supplier quality, process reliability, and continuous improvement across a global supply chain. This role plays a critical part in ensuring supplier performance meets high technical and quality standards while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve issues and drive long-term improvements.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of engineering, quality, and supplier collaboration, this is a strong opportunity to build impact early in your career.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

  • Support resolution of supplier-related quality issues and process gaps

  • Provide conclusions and recommendations for quality improvements

  • Partner with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives

  • Implement and monitor supplier process controls, evaluations, audits, and corrective actions

  • Support supplier qualification for new products and components

  • Identify root causes of quality problems and develop short- and long-term action plans

  • Maintain documentation related to inspections, evaluations, and quality records

🧠 Core Competencies You’ll Use Daily

Quality & Continuous Improvement

  • Apply quality management tools and techniques

  • Use inspections, walkthroughs, and evaluation tools

  • Track quality indicators and support improvement efforts

Problem Solving

  • Identify and document issues and solution options

  • Use data and diagnostics to assess root cause

  • Balance risk, cost, and impact when recommending solutions

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain

  • Communicate clearly with suppliers and internal teams

  • Contribute to collaborative problem-solving sessions

Attention to Detail

  • Ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting

  • Use checklists and verification methods to avoid errors

  • Learn from past issues to improve future outcomes

Time & Priority Management

  • Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

  • Respond to operational needs while progressing project work

🎓 Background & Experience

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

  • 2–5 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or technical supply chain roles

Preferred

  • Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE)

  • Familiarity with investment casting and airfoil components (e.g., blades, nozzles)

  • Exposure to manufacturing environments or technical suppliers

💰 Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $89,210 – $133,810

  • Benefits: Full benefits package

  • Bonus: Not eligible

  • Relocation: Not available

  • Travel: None required

 

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Automation Control Engineer | Richmond, VA | Food Manufacturing | 2nd Shift

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⚙️ Automation Control Engineer

📍 Location: Richmond, Virginia (On-site, Second/Split Shift: 7 PM – 3 AM)
🏭 Industry: Food & Beverages / Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or related field (preferred)
💼 Experience Level: Mid–Senior (5+ years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Not available
💰 Compensation: $83,800 – $115,225 base salary + bonus eligibility + full benefits
🕓 Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

Join a global leader in food and snack manufacturing as an Automation Control Engineer — a critical role driving reliability, efficiency, and innovation within a fast-paced production environment.

You’ll take ownership of automation systems, PLCs, and instrumentation, ensuring seamless operations and minimal downtime. Working on the second shift, you’ll support high-speed packaging lines and advanced control systems while leading troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing setting and enjoys solving complex automation challenges.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Provide hands-on support for routine maintenance, repair, and calibration of automation equipment, PLCs, and control systems.

  • Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, and programming issues quickly to reduce downtime and boost productivity.

  • Collaborate with electricians and cross-functional teams to maintain system reliability and performance.

System Optimization

  • Analyze production data and identify opportunities to optimize automation and control strategies.

  • Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

  • Contribute to projects that modernize and standardize automation systems across production lines.

Programming & Configuration

  • Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems, primarily Allen-Bradley platforms.

  • Configure and maintain VFDs, SCADA systems, and motor control systems.

  • Ensure system integration aligns with company standards, cybersecurity policies, and operational requirements.

Preventive Maintenance & Documentation

  • Execute preventive maintenance programs to prevent unplanned equipment failures.

  • Maintain accurate documentation for all maintenance activities, modifications, and performance reports.

  • Support audits and reporting with detailed technical insights and system data.

Leadership & Training

  • Provide training and mentorship to operators, technicians, and electricians on control systems.

  • Promote safety, knowledge sharing, and adherence to maintenance best practices.

🎓 Education & Experience

Required

✅ Minimum 5 years of experience in automation, controls, or electrical maintenance within manufacturing.
✅ Strong hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (programming, troubleshooting, maintenance).
✅ Solid understanding of HMI, SCADA, VFDs, and industrial networks.
✅ Experience with high-speed packaging or food processing environments.
✅ Proven ability to analyze and solve complex control system problems.

Preferred

⭐ Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or related field.
⭐ Familiarity with SAP – PM, work orders, and asset management.
⭐ Experience using Putty and Cisco Network Switches.
⭐ Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical theory.
⭐ Strong communication skills and ability to train others effectively.

💡 Core Competencies

  • Analytical problem-solver with a proactive mindset.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

  • Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams.

  • Capable of leading initiatives with minimal supervision.

  • Safety-focused and committed to continuous improvement.

⚙️ Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb steps, and work at heights using ladders or lifts.

  • Work in environments with varying temperatures.

  • Comfortable working second/split shift: 7 PM – 3 AM, Monday to Friday.

💰 Compensation & Benefits

💵 Base Salary: $83,800 – $115,225 (commensurate with experience)
🎯 Bonus: Performance-based incentive program
💎 Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Retirement savings plans

  • Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

  • Educational and wellness support initiatives

🧩 Candidate Snapshot

  • Experience: 5+ years in automation and controls engineering

  • Industry: Food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or high-speed manufacturing

  • Key Skills: Allen-Bradley PLCs | SCADA | HMIs | VFDs | Troubleshooting | SAP PM

  • Shift: 7 PM – 3 AM (on-site)

  • Travel: None

🚀 Ready to power up innovation?
Join a world-class manufacturer that values technical excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Lead automation excellence on cutting-edge production lines that shape the future of snacking.

 

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Senior Cost Financial Analyst | Manufacturing | Milan, OH | Onsite | $ Competitive + Bonus

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💼 Senior Cost Financial Analyst

📍 Location: Milan, OH (On-site, 5 days per week)
🏭 Industry: Building Materials / Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent experience)
💼 Experience Level: Mid–Senior (7–10 years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Possible for the ideal candidate
🕓 Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

A leading manufacturer in the building materials industry is seeking a Senior Cost Financial Analyst to join their plant operations team in Milan, Ohio. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role suited for a finance professional with strong analytical expertise and a passion for driving operational excellence.

As a key member of the plant management team, you’ll provide strategic financial leadership, perform detailed cost and operational analysis, and partner with leadership to identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency gains, and process improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a continuous improvement environment where financial insights drive business performance.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Analysis

  • Act as a strategic business partner to the Plant Manager and leadership team, providing insights that drive cost reduction, productivity, and profitability.

  • Lead the development of the annual operating plan, and manage monthly financial forecasting processes.

  • Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial results.

  • Prepare and present financial analyses to plant and division leadership teams.

Cost & Process Optimization

  • Evaluate and monitor standard costs, BOMs, and routings for production operations.

  • Perform cost variance analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve financial performance.

  • Assess and analyze the financial feasibility of capital expenditure projects.

  • Create, document, and enhance financial processes to strengthen internal controls and efficiency.

Reporting & Business Partnership

  • Reconcile general ledger accounts related to plant operations.

  • Deliver clear, data-driven insights to inform leadership decisions and business strategies.

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to improve operational and financial transparency.

  • Support ad-hoc analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to guide strategic decisions.

🎓 Qualifications

Required

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
✅ 7+ years of professional experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3+ years in manufacturing cost accounting.
✅ Strong financial acumen, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
✅ Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
✅ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, and complex formulas).
✅ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively across teams and leadership levels.

Preferred

⭐ Working knowledge of SAP or other major ERP systems.
⭐ Experience with process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies.
⭐ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on financial performance while collaborating closely with plant and corporate leadership. This role offers a mix of analytical challenge, operational influence, and career development potential within a respected and growing organization.

You’ll thrive if you’re someone who enjoys being hands-on, detail-oriented, and business-savvy — capable of turning data into meaningful decisions.

🎯 Position Highlights

  • Work Environment: Fully on-site (M–F, standard office hours)

  • Travel: Minimal (0–10 days per year)

  • Reporting Structure: Reports to Plant Manager, partnering with division leadership

  • Compensation: Competitive base salary + benefits + potential relocation assistance

If you’re a results-driven finance professional with a passion for manufacturing and cost analysis — this role offers the chance to build influence, drive operational success, and grow within a values-driven organization.

 

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Plant Automation & Control Engineer | Dayton, OH | Food Manufacturing | DeltaV & PI Historian

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⚙️ Plant Automation & Control Engineer

📍 Location: Dayton, OH (On-site)
🏭 Industry: Food & Beverages / Bioindustrial Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
💼 Experience Level: Associate / Mid-Level (2–5 years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Support available
💰 Compensation: Competitive base salary + annual bonus + full benefits

🌟 The Opportunity

Join a global leader in sustainable food and industrial manufacturing committed to nourishing the world safely and responsibly. As a Plant Automation & Control Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in optimizing plant operations through innovative automation and control solutions.

You’ll work hands-on with systems like DeltaV DCS and PI Historian, applying your technical expertise to enhance safety, reliability, and production efficiency across a highly automated facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives on problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement in a mission-driven environment.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Engineering

  • Design, develop, and maintain automation and instrumentation systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

  • Provide day-to-day engineering support to optimize control system performance and plant uptime.

  • Apply working knowledge of DeltaV DCS and other process automation platforms to manage plant operations.

  • Troubleshoot automation issues, implement system upgrades, and support commissioning activities.

Process Optimization & Project Support

  • Support capital project execution, ensuring adherence to instrumentation and automation standards.

  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and process teams to identify improvement opportunities.

  • Use data from the PI Historian and other tools to track KPIs, assess system health, and recommend actionable improvements.

  • Contribute to the standardization and governance of control systems across the organization.

Collaboration & On-Call Rotation

  • Work cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, and leadership teams to deliver technical solutions.

  • Participate in an on-call rotation (every three weeks for remote after-hours support).

  • Maintain compliance with operational, safety, and environmental standards.

🎓 Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Controls, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
✅ Minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering experience in automation, controls, or process engineering.
✅ Strong foundation in controls engineering principles and instrumentation systems.

Preferred Skills

⭐ Experience with DeltaV DCS systems and control programming.
⭐ Working knowledge of industrial automation technologies and process instrumentation.
⭐ Intermediate project management and problem-solving skills.
⭐ Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
⭐ Strong analytical, mathematical, and technical skills.

💡 Why Join

You’ll be part of a company that connects farmers, producers, and consumers across the world — delivering essential food, agricultural, and industrial solutions with sustainability at its core. Here, your engineering expertise directly contributes to creating a safer, more efficient, and environmentally responsible future.

This role offers:

  • A collaborative, global team environment with mentorship and growth opportunities.

  • A focus on innovation and process automation in modern manufacturing.

  • Competitive pay, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

🧩 Candidate Snapshot

  • Experience: 2–5 years in controls, automation, or process engineering

  • Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering or related discipline

  • Industry Background: Food & Beverage, Chemicals, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

  • Travel: Minimal

  • On-Call: 1 week every 3 weeks (remote support rotation)

Ready to use your automation expertise to make a real-world impact?
Join a forward-thinking organization where technology and sustainability go hand in hand.

 

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Maintenance Engineer | Terrebonne, QC | $80K–$100K CAD + Bonus | Manufacturing & Reliability

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⚙️ Maintenance Engineer

📍 Terrebonne, QC (Onsite)
💼 Mid-Level | Reports to Plant Leadership
💰 Salary: CAD $80,000 – $100,000 + Negotiable Signing Bonus

Why This Role is Exciting

Step into a hands-on engineering role where you’ll be a driving force behind plant reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. This isn’t just maintenance—it’s about shaping a culture of excellence and efficiency, where every project you lead creates measurable impact on performance and productivity.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Plan, schedule, and oversee both preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

  • Collaborate with production teams to align maintenance with operational goals.

  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement solutions that drive long-term reliability.

  • Lead cost-reduction and process improvement projects to boost efficiency.

  • Monitor and update KPIs to ensure measurable improvements.

  • Develop clear equipment maintenance procedures and ensure PM work orders are completed on time.

  • Play an active role in supporting the plant’s safety program.

  • Champion the use of Lean tools, TPM practices, and CMMS systems to elevate standards across the facility.

What We’re Looking For

✅ BSc in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
✅ 2+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally in a Continuous Improvement environment
✅ Background in Flexible Packaging maintenance (highly desirable)
✅ Strong Microsoft Office & CMMS system expertise
✅ Fluent in English & French (facility interviews conducted in French)
✅ A proactive problem solver who thrives on the production floor and isn’t afraid to take ownership

Benefits & Perks

🌟 CAD $80,000 – $100,000 salary range
🌟 Negotiable signing bonus
🌟 Dental, medical, and vision insurance
🌟 Life insurance & retirement plan
🌟 Paid time off & additional benefits
🌟 Opportunities for growth in a world-class manufacturing environment

🚀 If you’re passionate about reliability, thrive in fast-paced manufacturing, and want to play a key role in driving operational excellence, this role is for you.

 

Plant Superintendent | Winchester, KY | $120K–$135K + 25% Bonus | Manufacturing Leadership

⚙️ Plant Superintendent

📍 Winchester, KY | 100% Onsite
💼 Mid-Level Leadership | Full-Time
📅 Active Search | 1 Opening

💲 Salary Range: $119,760 – $134,730 + Quarterly Bonus (up to 25%)
🚚 Relocation: Full package available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not supported

🌟 The Opportunity

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on driving performance, developing teams, and optimizing production excellence?

We’re seeking an experienced Plant Superintendent to lead operations at a 24/7 manufacturing facility producing high-quality plastic products. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role offers the chance to shape safety culture, elevate operational efficiency, and deliver outstanding results across production, quality, and workforce engagement.

If you’re passionate about leading people, improving processes, and creating a best-in-class plant culture — this is the opportunity to make your mark.

🔧 What You’ll Do

🏭 Operational Leadership

  • Lead daily production activities across a high-performance plastics manufacturing environment.

  • Drive excellence in safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and productivity.

  • Implement lean manufacturing practices including 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.

  • Partner with the Plant Manager to develop strategies that meet business goals and customer commitments.

👥 Team Development & Engagement

  • Inspire, coach, and develop a diverse team of supervisors and operators.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Lead training and team-building initiatives to enhance skills and performance.

  • Support employee relations in collaboration with HR to build a positive, inclusive workplace.

📊 Process Optimization

  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve equipment reliability and production flow.

  • Manage plant metrics and report results to leadership, using data-driven insights to drive decisions.

  • Support capital projects and process upgrades to advance plant capabilities.

💰 Financial & Strategic Performance

  • Assist with budget development and ensure operations meet productivity and cost targets.

  • Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all regulatory standards.

  • Develop workflow policies that balance safety, efficiency, and quality.

✅ What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher (Engineering or Plastics preferred).

  • 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in plastics, injection molding, or extrusion.

  • Proven success in leadership roles within a production environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations.

  • Strong communication and public speaking skills — comfortable leading teams and training sessions.

  • Integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to operational excellence.

💪 What Success Looks Like

✔ You create a culture where safety, quality, and productivity go hand-in-hand.
✔ Your teams are engaged, motivated, and proud of their work.
✔ You deliver measurable results in plant performance and cost optimization.
✔ You act as a trusted partner to senior leadership — driving continuous improvement at every level.

🌱 Why Join

This is your opportunity to take ownership of a key leadership role in a stable, growing organization that values teamwork, integrity, and operational excellence. You’ll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions, the resources to innovate, and the support to succeed.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance & Retirement Plans

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Performance-Based Bonus (Quarterly Payouts)

  • Relocation Support for Qualified Candidates

  • Career Growth in a Global Manufacturing Environment

🧭 Interview Process

1️⃣ Initial Interview with Recruiter
2️⃣ Hiring Manager Review & Next Steps

 

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager / Plant Engineer | Winchester, KY | $84K–$114K + Quarterly Bonus

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager / Plant Engineer

📍 Location: Winchester, KY (On-site)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time
💵 Compensation: $84,640 – $114,840 per year + 12.5% quarterly bonus
🎯 Level: Mid-level | Reports to Plant Manager

About the Role

We’re seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Manager / Plant Engineer to lead reliability, safety, and performance initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage the maintenance team, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

As a key member of the plant leadership team, you’ll play a critical role in maximizing equipment uptime, reducing operational costs, and delivering on continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead plant safety processes to ensure zero incidents and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

  • Implement and maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process to improve equipment uptime, OEE, and cost efficiency.

  • Develop and lead the maintenance team, ensuring skills and training align with plant needs.

  • Manage capital projects, departmental budgets, and maintenance spend.

  • Apply root cause analysis techniques (FMEA, 5-Why, ATS) to resolve critical equipment failures and prevent recurrence.

  • Partner with plant leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives and achieve business objectives.

  • Oversee plant systems and processes with focus on TPM, maintenance excellence, and overall plant reliability.

  • Ensure proper documentation, compliance, and alignment with industry standards.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related Engineering field.

  • 3+ years’ experience leading a manufacturing maintenance department or 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.

  • Proven expertise in failure analysis and root cause investigations.

  • Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and compliance practices.

Preferred:

  • Experience with CMMS systems and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.

  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and instrumentation systems.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.

Compensation & Benefits

💵 Base Salary: $84,640 – $114,840 annually
🎯 Bonus: 12.5% quarterly
🩺 Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (FSA/HSA options available)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Tuition reimbursement and career development programs

  • Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans (life, accident, disability)

  • Wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Program

Work Schedule

⏰ Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📞 On-call: Some weekends and after-hours support as required by plant needs

Ideal Candidate

You’re an experienced engineering leader who thrives in fast-paced, manufacturing environments. You know how to balance technical expertise with strong leadership, building high-performing teams while ensuring operational excellence.

👉 Ready to lead maintenance excellence and drive plant reliability forward? Apply today and take the next step in your career.

 

Maintenance Manager | Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Cherokee, OK | $131K–$150K

🏭 Maintenance Manager
🗺️ Cherokee, OK
📍 Food & Beverages Industry | Onsite
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Management
📅 Full-time | 1 Position Available

✨ Compensation: $131,000 – $150,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Limited assistance available
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Position Purpose

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices that keep plant equipment, grounds, and production processes running efficiently. This leader will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety while leading the engineering and maintenance teams.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Plant Operations & Layout: Develop and optimize plant processing lines to support operational changes or expansions.

  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

  • Team Leadership: Equip and guide engineering and maintenance teams with the tools, training, and knowledge needed to sustain facility operations.

  • Budget & Projects: Oversee Capital and Expense Budget projects and ensure timely execution.

  • Vendor & Contractor Management: Build strong working relationships with external contractors and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.

  • Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with other departments to resolve daily operational challenges and drive plant-wide success.

  • Continuous Improvement: Identify issues proactively and lead solutions in a structured, constructive manner.

✅ Qualifications

  • Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

  • Experience: 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing (meat industry experience preferred).

  • Licenses/Certifications: State Mechanical Contractor’s License.

  • Technical Expertise:

    • Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems.

    • Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.

    • Familiarity with CAD and PLC equipment.

  • Skills:

    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

    • Excellent project and priority management.

    • Effective communicator and self-starter with leadership skills across all organizational levels.

    • Computer literacy (Excel, MS Word).

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods throughout the day.

  • Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs with proper technique.

  • Work may require personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

  • Exposure to extreme temperatures (-40°F to 110°F) and high-noise environments.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You’ll take ownership of critical operations, drive continuous improvements, and make a direct impact on plant safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

 

Manufacturing Operations Manager | $106K–$150K | Consumer Products | Sanford, ME

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Location: Sanford, Maine
Job ID: 167229
Employment Type: Full-Time

💵 Compensation:

  • Base Salary: $106,000 – $150,000/year

  • Bonus Eligible: No

  • Commission: No

  • Overtime Eligible: No

🎁 Benefits:

  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)

  • Relocation assistance available for the ideal candidate

  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

  • Career development and advancement support

  • Opportunities for continuous improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Lead. Innovate. Transform.

Are you a manufacturing leader ready to take the next step in your career? This exciting opportunity offers the chance to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and influence end-to-end production strategies at a dynamic consumer products facility in Sanford, Maine.

You’ll oversee production, warehouse, and finishing operations while fostering a safety-first, quality-driven, and continuous improvement culture. Bring your passion for innovation, people leadership, and efficiency—and make a measurable impact on global supply chain performance.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

🔧 Operations Leadership

  • Oversee daily operations across production, making, finishing, and warehouse areas

  • Lead supervisory teams and technicians to meet KPIs around quality, safety, and efficiency

  • Drive a culture of accountability, performance, and collaboration

  • Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and EH&S to maximize productivity

  • Champion Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) standards including People Capability, Visual Workplace, and Continuous Improvement

  • Act as a visible, hands-on leader during audits, SOP reviews, and daily operations

  • Build contingency plans to ensure business continuity during disruptions

💰 Financial Oversight

  • Co-own plant financial performance with site leadership

  • Drive savings initiatives through labor cost optimization and FTG (Fund-the-Growth) programs

  • Analyze variances in materials, labor, and output to improve financial forecasting

  • Optimize inventory, capital expenditures, and operating expenses to improve cash flow

  • Monitor and revise site KPIs to align with evolving business goals

👥 People & Culture

  • Execute labor strategies that promote employee relations, retention, and engagement

  • Build and mentor a high-performing workforce, empowering both salaried and hourly teams

  • Develop internal talent pipelines while fostering a culture of recognition and inclusion

✅ Quality, Compliance & Process Excellence

  • Ensure all production activities align with GMP, FDA, and safety standards

  • Own decisions regarding out-of-spec raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

  • Guarantee team proficiency with SOPs for lot tracking, release procedures, code dating, and traceability

  • Lead implementation of corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances

  • Ensure validated cleaning, sanitization, and changeover procedures are followed

  • Facilitate successful technology transfers for new products and processes

⚙️ Process & Equipment Optimization

  • Set annual site goals for process capability; monitor and report on monthly progress

  • Ensure process control tolerances, calibration routines, and SOP accuracy

  • Identify and resolve equipment constraints in partnership with technical teams

  • Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure team training on cleaning and batch procedures

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline (required)

  • 8+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations

  • Strong background in GMP, FDA/regulated environments, and ISO/OSHA standards

  • Solid understanding of Quality systems and manufacturing audits

  • Advanced proficiency with digital tools (e.g., Google Suite, Data Studio)

  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and navigating matrixed environments

Preferred Qualifications

  • SAP, WMS, and plant floor systems experience

  • Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodology

  • Proven ability to manage ambiguity and multiple initiatives simultaneously

  • Strong communicator with excellent coaching and feedback capabilities

  • Project management skills with experience leading complex initiatives

Additional Details

  • Seniority Level: Mid-Senior

  • Management Experience: Not required, but leadership experience essential

  • Travel: Occasional

  • Visa Sponsorship: Not available

  • Security Clearance: Not required

  • Relocation Assistance: Yes, for the ideal candidate

Take Charge of Change

This role is built for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-first environment. If you're ready to elevate your impact, drive performance, and shape the future of manufacturing—this is your opportunity.

 

Senior Supply Chain Manager | Medical Devices | $150K–$160K | Sumter, SC

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Sumter, South Carolina (Onsite – Manufacturing Facility)
Industry: Medical Technology / Medical Devices
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Travel: Up to 25%
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Security Clearance: Not Required
Relocation Assistance: Possible for the right candidate
Compensation: $150,000–$160,000 base salary + full benefits
Bonus Eligible: No
Interview Travel Reimbursed: Yes

Overview:

This role is a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity within a leading global medical technology manufacturer. The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead the end-to-end supply chain operations for a high-volume manufacturing plant, overseeing planning, purchasing, sterilization, product flow, shipping, and master data governance. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring supply continuity, operational efficiency, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with corporate, regional, and site-based stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchasing & Supplier Management

  • Lead procurement of raw materials, components, MRO supplies, and capital equipment.

  • Direct issuance of purchase orders and lead resolution of non-conforming materials with supplier quality teams.

  • Collaborate with One Company Procurement (OCP) for corporate sourcing compliance and improvements.

Planning & Scheduling

  • Align with global supply chain teams to balance plant efficiency with customer demand.

  • Evaluate master production schedules and global demand for molded components.

  • Drive production plan adjustments and support mitigation strategies for material shortages.

Master Data Management

  • Oversee materials control documentation, ISO/QSR/SOX compliance, and ERP data governance.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives in SAP and Apriso systems.

Sterilization Operations

  • Oversee the operation and optimization of the on-site Gamma sterilizer – the plant’s bottleneck process.

  • Liaise with microbiology, corporate sterilization, and assurance teams for SOP alignment and continuous improvement.

Shipping & Logistics

  • Ensure talent and processes are in place to support outbound product flow to distribution centers and partner plants.

Leadership of Supply Chain Teams

  • Directly manage 3 supply chain managers overseeing inbound, outbound, and planning functions.

  • Represent the plant in divisional Integrated Reconciliation Meetings and strategic planning forums.

  • Lead strategic initiatives including manufacturing transfers, make vs. buy analysis, and business continuity planning.

Reporting & Strategic Collaboration

  • Prepare and analyze capacity reports, forecast alignment, and budget planning documents.

  • Coordinate with finance, CI leadership, and marketing to ensure aligned business performance.

  • Coach and develop a team of exempt supply chain professionals in line with corporate strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or a related field

  • 10+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment

  • Strong background in planning, procurement, supplier performance management, and logistics

  • Proficiency in SAP and Apriso systems

  • Demonstrated success in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of total experience in manufacturing or supply chain operations

  • Prior experience managing supply chain disruptions (e.g., raw material delays, port congestion)

  • Background in strategic supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and demand forecasting

  • Familiarity with ISO, QSR, and SOX compliance requirements

  • Continuous Improvement (CI) and transformation experience, including digitalization

Work Environment:

  • This is an on-site leadership role based in a non-smoking, regulated manufacturing environment.

  • Steel toe, non-slip footwear is required in production areas.

  • Jewelry, false eyelashes, press-on nails, and visible dermals are prohibited in production zones for safety and compliance.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that supports career growth and development

  • Play a key role in ensuring medical products reach global customers safely and efficiently

  • Join a company with a strong reputation for ethical operations, innovation, and global impact

  • Contribute to critical healthcare solutions and operational excellence at a global scale

 

Engineering Manager – Mining/Metals | Yankton, SD | USD $110K–$150K

🎯 Engineering Manager | Mining / Metals | Yankton, SD, United States

Overview:
A global leader in aluminum extrusion, with over 100 production sites across 40 countries, is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead its engineering team in Yankton, SD. This role is key to ensuring the efficient design, implementation, and maintenance of production systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and enhancing overall operational performance.

Key Highlights:

  • Leads engineering projects and teams to optimize production processes and equipment.

  • Implements continuous improvement strategies using Kaizen principles.

  • Ensures compliance with safety standards, overseeing a safe and efficient work environment.

  • Supports new product launches and technology development to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Acts as the primary contact for customers, managing program requirements and communications.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.

  • 5+ years of engineering experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  • Experience in manufacturing processes and equipment.

  • Leadership skills and prior experience in budget management and P&L responsibilities are preferred.

Package:

  • Base Salary: USD $110K–$150K

  • Full-time with benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, etc.)

  • Relocation assistance available

  • Overtime and bonus compensation not applicable

  • Occasional travel required

 

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Plant Superintendent | Defiance, OH | Building Materials Manufacturing | $111,000 - $153,000

Job Title: Plant Superintendent
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Location: Defiance, Ohio (On-site)
Industry: Building Materials / Manufacturing
Compensation: $111,000 - $153,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Minimal (0–10 days/year)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate
Interview Travel: Reimbursed
Total Openings: 1

Position Overview

The Plant Superintendent provides leadership and operational oversight for the largest department within a major manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for managing safety, quality, production, maintenance, warehouse functions, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role will lead a team of over 150 hourly and 6 salaried employees, with a focus on cost reduction, team development, and process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure a safe working environment and maintain compliance with environmental and safety regulations

  • Manage overall operations to maintain workflow, production schedules, inventory levels, and product quality

  • Lead production planning and scheduling in coordination with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Maintenance teams

  • Develop and implement budgets, productivity goals, and quality improvement initiatives

  • Provide leadership to production supervisors, engineers, and maintenance personnel

  • Guide the coaching and development of engineers and operations staff

  • Participate in performance evaluations, staffing decisions, and employee development

  • Act as a key liaison between plant departments to ensure coordination and alignment

  • Serve as Acting Plant Manager when necessary

  • Contribute to strategic planning and long-term operational goals

  • Work cross-functionally with maintenance and engineering on troubleshooting and preventative maintenance

Preferred Background

  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or Ceramic Engineering); Business backgrounds with strong technical proficiency will also be considered

  • Minimum 7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience

  • Experience managing large teams (150+ employees) in a unionized environment (UAW and/or USW)

  • Proven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement using Lean or Six Sigma principles

  • Strong technical problem-solving skills, especially with complex mechanical systems (motors, crank drives, AC&R systems)

  • Familiarity with glass manufacturing processes such as batching, melting, furnace operations, and pipe production

  • ERP experience required; SAP preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

Department Overview

  • Oversight of Pipe Production Department, the plant’s largest unit

  • 10 production lines, 156 employees

  • Direct reports include 4 Production Supervisors and 2 full-time Engineers

  • Project Engineer and Maintenance Supervisor report via dotted line

  • Close collaboration with maintenance and engineering units is essential

Ideal Candidate Attributes

  • Grew from Process Engineer into a supervisory or leadership position

  • Experienced in breakdown analysis, preventative actions, and hands-on floor operations

  • Strong in coaching, guiding, and holding teams accountable

  • Skilled in navigating the union environment and grievance process

Physical & Work Environment

  • Typical manufacturing environment: exposure to heat, cold, noise, heights, dust, fumes, and moving equipment

  • Frequent walking, climbing, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)

  • Must be physically capable of performing essential duties (reasonable accommodations available)

 

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Quality Engineer II – Manufacturing Excellence | Mapleton, IL

Quality Engineer II
Location: Mapleton, Illinois, United States

Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Job Category: Manufacturing - Quality

Job Summary
A leading manufacturing facility in Mapleton, IL, is seeking a Quality Engineer II to support process improvements, product quality, and operational excellence. The role focuses on conducting investigations and analyses that contribute to the development and implementation of quality standards for parts and prime products. The Quality Engineer will collaborate across departments to enhance quality practices, resolve production issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with various departments to enhance quality practices through coaching, tracking continuous improvement initiatives, and monitoring quality scorecards.

  • Lead the implementation of corrective and preventive action processes, ensuring validation and verification of ideas to promote defect-free operations.

  • Coordinate with engineering teams on product and process development, new product introductions, engineering changes, and cost reduction initiatives.

  • Develop and implement quality control methodologies and systems to enhance production processes.

  • Support lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S implementation, and SAP systems to integrate quality standards into daily operations.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in a foundry environment.

Required Skills:

  • Quality Management: Extensive experience with quality management methods, tools, and techniques to ensure adherence to quality goals.

  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Proficiency in identifying causes of defects and implementing structured solutions to prevent recurrence.

  • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with teams across various functions in a constructive and results-driven manner.

  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to anticipate, recognize, and resolve operational or process issues.

  • Attention to Detail: Ability to execute tasks with a high degree of accuracy and precision.

  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Capacity to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage change effectively.

Additional Information:

  • This position is based in Mapleton, IL.

  • Domestic relocation assistance may be available.

  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base Salary: $95,640 to $135,000 (USD)

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Benefits: Comprehensive package provided

  • Relocation Assistance: Available for the ideal candidate

  • Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Screening Questions:

  • Are you authorized to work in the United States?

  • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

This role offers a great opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment while advancing their career in quality engineering.

 

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Program Manager - Electronics Manufacturing | Phoenix, AZ | $81,000 - $100,000/year

Job Title: Program Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ (On-site)
Experience Level: Associate
Experience Required: 3+ Years
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Compensation: $81,000 - $100,000 per year
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

The Program Manager is responsible for executing customer strategies across multiple programs or products, from new product introduction (NPI) to volume production. The role involves ensuring customer satisfaction, fostering profitable relationships, driving sales growth, and leading customer focus teams to meet or exceed commitments.

This position requires a background in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) or Contract Manufacturing (CM), with a strong understanding of the production lifecycle, customer relationships, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers.

  • Maintain and strengthen customer relationships.

  • Resolve customer issues and ensure high satisfaction levels.

  • Monitor customer product knowledge, market trends, and competition.

Project Leadership

  • Lead customer focus teams (CFT), prioritizing and monitoring activities.

  • Execute NPI processes, including pricing, ECO prioritization, and resource allocation.

  • Oversee demand management, forecasting, and delivery schedules.

Financial & Contract Management

  • Manage recurring pricing activities and cost reduction obligations.

  • Ensure adherence to contractual terms, including flexibility allowances, warranty terms, and inventory recovery.

  • Monitor and drive financial performance, including gross margin and cost variance alignment.

Operational Excellence

  • Ensure the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery and quality metrics.

  • Conduct monthly program reviews and manage business reviews (EBR/QBR).

  • Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.

Continuous Improvement & Problem-Solving

  • Utilize tools like root cause analysis, 8D, and 5 Why’s for problem-solving.

  • Promote lean practices and DFx methodologies (Design for Manufacturing/Test/BOM).

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.

  • Experience in EMS or CM environments.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and conferencing tools.

  • Proven ability to manage global business operations.

  • Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills.

Additional Skills

  • Solid financial understanding and risk analysis capabilities.

  • Proficiency in continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

  • Experience with supply chain strategy and inventory management.

  • Effective negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

  • Enthusiastic communicator with multi-cultural experience.

Key Metrics & Tools

  • Operational KPIs: On-time delivery, inventory turns, DPPM/DPU/DPMO, COPQ.

  • Tools: Root Cause Analysis, Risk/Liability Tool, ECO processes, S&OP.

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 25% travel, including international trips.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead key programs, strengthen client relationships, and drive results within a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment.

 

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Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY - $87,160 to $104,680

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY
$87,160 to $104,680

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager/ Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Company’s Performance System (known as SPS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and strong ownership of the Maintenance Excellence process within their plant.

 

What you will be doing:

 

Ensure the safety of all employees by leading a comprehensive business safety process to prevent injuries.  Lead plant compliance of all federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.

Effectively implement/maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process that drives machine uptime, improves OEE and lower operations costs by championing the business Maintenance Excellence process.

Provide department leadership to ensure the highest standards of plant condition and equipment performance are achieved and sustained.

Ensure maintenance department personnel possess the appropriate skills and are qualified and proficient. Identify and support technical training and development for department employees.

Scope and execute capital projects, participate in annual plant budgeting, manage department spend. Identify technical improvements to equipment/processes.

Apply reliability tools to determine the root cause of critical equipment failures and downtime. Identify the appropriate countermeasures and solutions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.

Perform as a key member of the plant leadership team – positive communicator and problem solver - driving for plant/process improvements, meeting objectives and setting the bar for performance standards.

Support pillar continuous improvement activities.

 

 

This position is located in  Chicago DuPage, IL.

 

 

 

We'd love to hear from you if:

 

Strong understanding of OSHA requirements related to equipment in-house.  Ability to identify gaps and assist in implementing countermeasures to achieve Zero Safety Incidents.

Ability to lead and develop a highly collaborative and effective team.

Excellent organization, project management and communication skills

Proficient in Root Cause Analysis techniques (FMEA’s, 5Why’s, ATS, etc.) and developing/implementing Countermeasures to drive Zero Breakdown culture.

Process-oriented.  Can identify gaps in any process and implement solutions.

Basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, lubrication and predictive maintenance understanding

Ability to manage costs and reduce/optimize where needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS experience

Minimum experience 3+ years of successful experience leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing environment and/or 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience.

Minimum education required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with CMMS preferred.

Experience in TPM or Reliability field preferred.

 

 

Compensation: 

 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $87,160 to $104,680, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

 

If applicable…An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.  This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.

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Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO - $75,000 - $130,000

Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO
Full-Time, Permanent
$75,000 - $130,000

Description

Principal Automation Engineer / Senior Engineer, Automation

This role involves leveraging advanced expertise in automation engineering, particularly with Allen Bradley systems, and troubleshooting within the Rockwell platform. Core responsibilities include working with PLCs, AVEVA system platforms, HMIs, AB panel views, and a variety of automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP. You will also handle automation integration principles, cascade controls, and electrical troubleshooting in both low and high-voltage PLC control panels.

Key aspects include:

  • Applying knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and AVEVA System platforms for process integrations, including MES machine integration.

  • Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams to optimize equipment performance.

  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and providing hands-on troubleshooting for various production and utility systems.

The role requires proficiency in systems used in upstream and downstream processes, including antigen fermentation, CIP/SIP, WFI, filling, and lyophilization automation. Additional tasks include conducting training on utility equipment and entering maintenance work orders to ensure timely repairs and upgrades.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Allen Bradley systems, automation communication protocols, and PLC control panels.

  • Provide technical support during off-shift and weekend hours as needed.

  • Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve reliability and performance.

  • Assist with packaging engineering projects and provide training on electro-mechanical systems.

  • Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards (e.g., cGMP, FDA, OSHA) and internal SOPs.

  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in automation and engineering.

Qualifications

Principal Engineer, Automation:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical) or related field preferred, with at least 4 years of professional experience.

  • Alternatively, 6 years with a relevant Associate degree or 8 years with a HS diploma/GED.

Senior Engineer, Automation:

  • HS diploma/GED and 7+ years of relevant experience, or 2 years of experience with a relevant Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Requirements:

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting automation communication protocols, electrical prints, and integration principles.

  • Familiarity with working in a cGMP or similar regulated environment.

  • Must be 18 years or older, authorized to work in the U.S., and willing to undergo pre-employment screenings.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Principal Engineer: Base salary typically between $95,000 and $130,000.

  • Senior Engineer: Base salary typically between $75,000 and $95,000.

  • Both roles offer full health and wellness benefits, performance-based bonuses, and shift differentials.

This opportunity emphasizes a focus on growth, collaboration, and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

 

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