Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Great Dane • Statesboro, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry. The Position: The primary responsibility of the Manufacturing Engineer Manager is to direct and manage the manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance activities for the plant. This role is responsible for return on investment relating to facilities and equipment and is overall responsible for environmental compliance of the Plant.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5 – 10 years of experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
• Asset justification
• Industrial engineering skills such as work measurement, labor reporting and plant layout
• Understanding of building and maintenance contracts including liability issues
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes
• Computer skills including MS Office and AutoCAD
• Analytical analysis and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Understanding of compliance regulations and codes

Responsibilities

• Responsible for return on investments relating to the facility and equipment.
• Manages the plant capital budget by proposing, justifying, and implementing improvements to processes, equipment, and plant layout.
• Solicits and negotiates bids from outside contractors.
• Supervises the completion of projects by outside contractors.
• Directs the supervision of the maintenance and manufacturing engineering functions.
• Participates in the selection of personnel; also guides, counsels, directs, motivates, evaluates, etc.
• Recommends retention, promotability, and salary actions.
• Ensures that employees are trained and attuned to current and future GDT objectives.
• Oversees direct reports.
• Ensures that subordinate supervisors are requiring safety compliance and any standards that apply.
• Investigates employee suggestions, concerns, etc.
• Evaluates and responds as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with all mandated regulations, as well as GDT rules and regulations.
• Reviews proposed disciplinary actions.
• Ensures completeness, fairness, consistency, and overall company interest.
• Ensures compliance with all environmental regulations.
• Arranges compliance inspections with insurance providers and regulatory personnel.
• Initiates action on recommendations and deficiencies.
• Establishes the parameters and procedures for the standard hours program and ensures accuracy of established standards.
• Manages budget and semi-variable expenses related to manufacturing engineering and maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

What This Job Offers

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