Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer

Macon GA

Full time

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

$-$ Annual. This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Plant Engineer to lead maintenance and engineering operations at our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for managing capital and maintenance budgets, driving equipment reliability and productivity improvements, and overseeing the Maintenance department. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and compliance.

• Lead the Asset Care Reliability Program to drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices.
• Manage and staff the Maintenance Department, ensuring optimal performance and resource allocation.
• Oversee the procurement and inventory of MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) materials.

• Develop and manage the facility's Capex program, including long-term planning, budgeting, and monthly reporting.
• Lead capital project execution from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

• Support and implement productivity initiatives across the plant to enhance operational efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve complex engineering and operational challenges.

• Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Manage plant energy programs to optimize usage and reduce costs.

• Collaborate with the Plant Leadership Team to align engineering initiatives with business objectives.
• Participate in strategic planning and present STRAP (Strategic Planning) initiatives to senior leadership.
• May oversee and coordinate Information Technology activities within the facility.

• Monitor, control, and report on maintenance and facility spend.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, internally and externally.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 5 years manufacturing/project engineering experience and 2 years of work experience in a leadership role
• Working knowledge/understanding of SAP Plant Maintenance Module, SAP Project Systems Module, and SAP Procure to Pay Module
• Thorough knowledge of environmental and safety Local/State/Federal rules/regulations
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proven problem-solving abilities
• Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
• Ability to understand business principles
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Manages a staff of 6-8 hourly employees, sets direction, and deploys resources. Responsible for performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring and terminating.
• Minimal travel required (15% - 20%)
• May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to an including 25 pounds.
• Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility; may be exposed to…