Senior Engineering Manager

The Senior Engineering Manager is responsible for the planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and improvement of all manufacturing and physical plant assets in a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Under the direction of the Vice President of Operations, the Senior Engineering Manager will lead the Engineering, Reliability, and Maintenance teams with a focus on safety, reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Management of the Engineering, Reliability & Maintenance functions in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Direct Reports include Reliability & Maintenance Manager, Engineers (5).
• Implement a collaborative approach to manufacturing support between operations, engineering, and maintenance in line with 24/7 facility operational needs. Actively support Gemba Walks, 5S, and Kaizen Activities throughout the facilities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, EH&S, and Supply Chain to achieve stated goals/KPIs for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost improvement.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs, including KPIs, and ensure effectiveness of maintenance activities.
• Identify and establish training programs focused on safety, technical skill, and professional development of the ER&M team.
• Establish, develop, maintain effective third‑party relationships that support facility, plant, process, and grounds related maintenance.
• Ensure all installation, maintenance, and repair activities are performed in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulatory requirements.
• Identify and plan investments for the continued improvement of manufacturing and facility equipment/processes.
• Project Manager for all significant capital investment projects and facility expansion/renovation activities.
• Establish clear processes for the transition of items from Project Phase to Process/Production phase.
• Manage budgets for projects and departmental expenses within established goals.

• B.S. Engineering discipline with a minimum of 10 years’ experience required.
• Previous Management/Supervisory experience and/or plant level responsibilities in a 24/7 manufacturing operation required.
• Demonstrated experience in Engineering Project Management required, program level management preferred. Experience with Smartsheet Project Management preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance & reliability management in a multi‑shift manufacturing facility required.
• Demonstrated experience in operation and maintenance of physical plant equipment (Boilers, Compressors, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heat Exchangers, HVAC) and Pollution Control Equipment (RTOs, Dust Collection) required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and NEC required.
• Experience in Web Converting, Paper/Pulp Converting, or similar high speed, rotating equipment environment preferred.
• Must be capable of working flexible hours to accommodate 24/7 manufacturing operation, including weekends, and on‑call requirements.
• Some travel (