Manager - Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance

Manager - Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Brownwood, Texas 

Opportunity

Provides leadership and technical guidance for the identification, planning and execution of  Engineering programs consistent with sound engineering practices and company policies to facilitate the execution of the maintenance plan and support the overall manufacturing processes in a proactive manner. The incumbent develops and implements the engineering strategy of all Engineering and Maintenance functions that support the overall strategic direction of the business including; Process, Plant, Robotics and Quality Engineering, NPD and Tooling.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the daily efforts of the engineering and maintenance group aimed at identifying, leading, and completing productivity, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, quality, and cost reduction projects in the plant that will provide a competitive advantage and profitability.
• Develop, teach, and champion process engineering and maintenance procedures, tools, and techniques.  Participate in engineering reviews of project tasks. Coach to ensure informed decisions are made concerning technical content of projects.
• Remain up-to-date on best practices and recommend new approaches/tools.
  
• Ensure capable engineering and maintenance resources are in place and provide support for the strategic, physical and tactical implementation at the plant.
• Design and develop new or improved processes to improve safety, ergonomics and effectiveness of manufacturing processes.
• Technical resources in the management of equipment and tooling requirements.
• Support Process Engineers and maintenance in evaluating and assessing the applicability and efficiency of the production methodology, materials, and equipment used in manufacturing.
• Champion continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts to constantly improve the process and lower costs.
• Supervise the obtaining of information for proposed new production, materials or processes, or modifications to existing products, materials or processes.
• Accountable for key input to facilities expansion requirements, both as to type of equipment and timing of construction.  Providing planning input and coordination with Kohler corporate engineering, staff engineering or outside engineering firms .
  
  
  

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline required, master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in a manufacturing environment
• Thorough understanding manufacturing processes and systems and the engineering and maintenance expertise to support those processes or systems.
• Experience in the fiberglass or plastics industry preferred.
• Proven success leading an engineering and maintenance team.
• Exceptional communication and computer skills
• Effective use of project management tools and techniques.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $135,600 - $211,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.