Plant Engineer

EDCO PRODUCTS INCORPORATED•New Carlisle, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant equipment and processes while maintaining full compliance with all company standards and applicable government regulations. This role provides leadership to the maintenance function, including oversight of the Maintenance Manager and team, and is accountable for prioritizing and executing maintenance and capital projects, managing preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and optimizing the use of the FMX system. Success in this position is defined by the ability to respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns and repair needs, minimize downtime, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support overall production and operational goals. The Plant Engineer is a valued member of the EDCOAT Maintenance team. This full-time, exempt position is based in New Carlisle, IN and reports to the Director of Operations. This is a position with normal working hours of Monday to Friday between 7:00AM - 5:00PM, with frequent days of being on call.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from college or university preferred. (Engineering degree is preferred)
Four to six years of experience in various aspects of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment required.

Nice To Haves

Entire facility oversight preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Maintenance Team, including oversight of the Maintenance Manager; establish and prioritize maintenance and capital projects, develop and track project schedules, oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and manage the FMX system (work orders, asset tracking, and reporting) to optimize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Monitor spare parts inventory and initiate requisitions as needed to ensure availability of critical components and minimize production disruptions.
Enforce safety policies and procedures with Maintenance Technicians while ensuring compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulatory standards.
Establish, review, and adjust work procedures to align with production schedules, maintenance priorities, equipment availability, and workforce capabilities.
Compile and analyze plant data to generate reports in compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
Serve as project manager for capital improvements and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Maintain and develop plant drawings, engineering standards, and operating procedures to support safe and efficient operations.
Design, implement, and improve systems, processes, and equipment to enhance operational performance and reliability.
Develop and support predictive and preventative maintenance programs to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
Investigate safety incidents, quality issues, and production delays; identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
Conduct research and analysis to develop and implement new or improved manufacturing processes.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to maintain production efficiency.
Evaluate plant processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.