Dir, Process Eng. & Maint.

Progress Rail • Albertville, AL

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About The Position

The Director of Process Engineering and Maintenance leads the strategic and tactical direction of the engineering and maintenance functions across the organization. The role drives operational excellence by implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies to improve the performance, reliability, and efficiency of manufacturing and facility systems.

The director develops strategies to improve operational performance, reduce waste, and increase productivity, while promoting continuous improvement and accountability. The role oversees process design, optimization, and technology implementation; coordinates with Quality and Operations to integrate new processes and equipment; and leads maintenance and asset-reliability programs. It also manages capital projects and equipment upgrades to support business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, such as Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPM.
• Strong project management skills and experience executing capital projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt qualification.
• Knowledge of AAR and FRA compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP and CMMS systems.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to improve operational performance, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
• Promote continuous improvement and accountability across the organization.
• Lead Lean transformation initiatives and Six Sigma projects.
• Train and mentor cross-functional teams in Lean tools, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping, and Six Sigma methods, including DMAIC and statistical analysis.
• Oversee process engineering activities, including process design, optimization, and technology implementation.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to integrate new processes and equipment.
• Develop and execute the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
• Support asset reliability through predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Manage capital projects and equipment upgrades to support business growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
• HDHP and HSA with seed money.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Site-specific production and incentive plans.
• Site-specific step and skill-level wage adjustment plans.
• Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director