Engineering Manager

Manager, Technical Services (Maintenance & Engineering)

We are a leading recruiting firm partnering with a premier food manufacturing client in Winston‑Salem, NC, on a search for a Manager, Technical Services. This is a high‑impact leadership role driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across all technical functions at a key plant.

This position will lead the entire Engineering, Maintenance, and Continuous Improvement (CI) function for a major manufacturing facility.

• Strategic Direction:
  Provide planning and direction for all Engineering, Maintenance, and CI activities to optimize resource utilization.
• Maintenance Excellence:
  Implement and oversee robust Preventative and Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM) programs. Ensure optimal equipment reliability and maintain critical parts inventory.
• Capital & CI Management:
  Develop the annual Capital Plan, control project budgets, and lead execution to deliver cost savings and performance improvements.
• Team Leadership:
  Lead a technical force of 30 employees (2 direct reports), providing functional direction, performance coaching, and technical training.
• Utilities Ownership:
  Manage all plant Utility systems (Natural Gas, Electric, Steam, Water, Compressed Air). Identify loss opportunities and drive efficiency improvements.
• Compliance:
  Provide technical expertise for safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

• We seek a leader with a "drive for results" mindset who challenges the status quo. This is a collaborative environment requiring frequent interaction with the Plant Manager, Operations, and Corporate Engineering.

• PLC knowledge, AutoCAD, and proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access) for budget and project reporting.
• Experience with maintenance planning systems is highly valued.

• Experience:
  
  5+ years of progressive management/leadership experience in technical services, maintenance, or engineering within food or high‑speed manufacturing.
• Education:
  
  Technical or Engineering degree is strongly preferred.
• Leadership: A minimum of 2 years of direct supervisory experience leading technical teams.
• Skills:
  
  Proven electrical and mechanical aptitude, strong project management, and a verifiable record of driving cost savings and plant performance.

Preferred:
High‑speed food processing/packaging experience. Certifications in Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, SQF, or HACCP.

Interested in taking on this challenge and leading a critical function at a major manufacturing site? We’re ready to discuss this confidential opportunity with qualified candidates.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Engineering

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Winston‑Salem, NC | $ - $