Manufacturing Engineering Project Manager (Sheboygan)

Salary: $98,000 - $140,000COMPANY OVERVIEW:Based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, we have been a catalyst for innovation and a leader in the flooring industry since our formation nearly 80 years ago. We invented static control tile and set the standards by which all other static control tiles are judged. Today, we have a full line of flooring products including industrial and static control tile, wall base, transition moldings, stair treads, and accessories. Going forward, we continue to seek opportunities to diversify our product line, Client new uses for our wealth of technical expertise, display our ability to manufacture products with unequaled quality, consistency, and reliability, and recognize and support the efforts of our employees. We understand its strengths and are focused on them to secure a bright future for our customers, our employees, and for ourselvesWHAT WE NEED:We are looking for someone who will be responsible for providing support and assistance to its Manufacturing Plant, developing and implementing plans for major capital improvements, continuous improvement projects, and maintenance projects in the manufacturing process. Responsibilities will also include assistance in the development and implementation of SOPs for preventative and predictive maintenance. This position provides project management for multidisciplinary engineering functions in the areas of operating budgets, measurement and control of project performance against goals regarding capacity, efficiency, quality, and safety for capital and maintenance projects. The position provides guidance for compliance with all applicable regulations of the Regulatory Government Agencies. Acts as a resource for designing and installing new/enhanced systemsWHAT YOU'LL DO:Ensure manufacturing project engineering designs comply with codes, standards, and regulations for Local, State and Federal Regulating Authorities, along with ZurichProvide technical engineering evaluation and verification for Steam, Natural Gas, Potable Water, Liquid Propane, Chilled Water and Compressed Air Systems to ensure compliance with National Engineering StandardsProvide engineered solutions and root cause analysis for complex manufacturing and support equipment issues for production facilities within the Area of ResponsibilityManage all capital expenditures associated with assigned projects and maintain project costs within approved budgetsDevelop project plans to include budgets and schedules to meet contractual/project requirementsPrioritize multiple schedules and project deliverables through consensus building and cooperationEngages with the Corporate Engineering group, utilizing Central Engineering resources when applicableContinuously analyzes costs and develops cost reduction plans for capital improvements and maintenance projects; provides support to facility managers in the implementation of cost reduction initiatives as neededIdentifies resources required for assigned projects and prepares business justification for senior management approvalDevelop and maintain complete project documentation, including equipment manuals, SOPs, training materials, electrical and mechanical drawings, spare parts lists, validation records, and project closeout documentationMonitors and reports performance of the manufacturing project (capital improvement or maintenance) to ensure that all contractual, cost, and schedule objectives are metProvides project status updates, capital spending reports, and milestone reviews to plant leadership and key project stakeholdersIdentify and implement new technologies, equipment, and manufacturing methods that improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost performancePerforms other duties as requiredWHAT YOU HAVE:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum of five years' experience in a related area; preferred to have three or more years of supervisory experiencePrior experience in a Manager Engineering Services role preferredPrior experience working with or supporting custom manufacturing equipmentAutoCAD experience preferredWHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT:Ability to use sound creative thinking to solve complex manufacturing problemsAbility to understand technical proposals and reports and make technical presentations to small groupsDemonstrates strong ownership and accountability for project resultsCommunicates clearly and professionally with employees, contractors, suppliers, and leadership teamsEffectively manages contractors, vendors, and external engineering resourcesLeads cross-functional teams and effectively influences stakeholders at all levelsProficient in using a PC and other department-specific databases and/or systems and all assigned machinery and related equipmentSuccessfully manages multiple complex projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentApplies practical engineering judgment and data-driven problem-solving techniquesExcellent human resource management skills to effectively lead and direct a diverse work group and achieve results through team efforts. Ability and desire to motivate, persuade, and direct the activities of othersWHAT ELSE:Ability to travel as requiredWe are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.req26-00646