Position Description

Job Summary

What's the job?

Under the direction of the Plant Manager and in collaboration with the Engineering Manager, the Industrial Manufacturing Manager is responsible for the design, development, specification, installation, repair and/or modification of facilities, equipment and machinery as needed to increase production, improve quality, or reduce costs. The role will apply knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts to improve the processes, products and/or equipment at the company's facilities. They will work with both internal resources and outside vendors and contractors to accomplish these goals. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will work both independently and under the direction of other staff members.

Because of the diversity of projects, this person must have a broad knowledge of many engineering disciplines. Civil/Structural, electrical/controls/instrumentation and, mechanical and hydraulic system knowledge are all required. .

Responsibilities

Plant Support

• Modify and/or redesign existing plant machinery or process equipment to satisfy the needs of the company and operations.
• Provide support to the continuous improvement initiatives throughout the plant as needed
• Provide technical direction to other teams
• Direct and support the evaluation of new technologies
• Use engineering knowledge to analyze issues and develop solutions to resolve them

Capital Projects

• Serve as Project Manager on smaller capital project
• Direct and coordinate external and internal manpower to install and commission projects
• Direct outside vendors and/or engineering companies to develop and implement solutions
• Design, specify, purchase, and install various production equipment including layouts and planning of production areas.

Major Capital Projects

• Works closely with different teams to implement larger capital projects
• Collaborate with external engineering firms to design and construct equipment and processes
• Collaborate with internal and contract personnel in the execution of projects

Ideation

• Works with senior and fellow engineers to develop alternatives and options for further development of projects and products
  • Create new ways of performing work
  • Challenge status quo

Required Qualifications

What do you bring?

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is Required; Master's in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Ten (10) plus years of experience in Manufacturing - involving project management, engineering, design, commissioning, and testing is Required.
• A minimum of four (4) years in a leadership role is required
• Ability to develop, create, justify, and implement engineering projects. Management of Change.
• Analyze & Convert manufacturing technology (i.e., convert obsolete/aged equipment to Mfg 4.0)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent organizational and communications skills
• Demonstrated problem solving/analytical ability.
• Project management experience
• Understanding of manufacturing control systems and process automation
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks and/or projects. Able work independently or as part of a larger project team
• Experience in PLC programming, mainly Allen Bradley, some Siemens Preferred
• Experience with SCADA systems such as Factory Talk View and Ignition preferred
• Able to read, understand, and modify electrical schematics

Company Summary

Who are we?

At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.