Manager Plant Engineer

We are looking for a Plant Engineering Manager to join our team. This individual is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the plant engineering team and works closely with the maintenance team. The Manager identifies communicates and implements departmental goals and cost reduction objectives while implementing plant divisional and company strategic plans. This position also oversees the initiation follow-up and timely completion of projects. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical multi-tasker with excellent communication skills who can easily juggle multiple assignments at once and interact with all levels of the organization.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage veterans to apply. Your unique skills experiences and dedication are highly valued and align with our mission to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace

Perks

• Comprehensive and Generous Benefits Package including Medical Dental & Vision Effective Day One.
• $5000 Sign On Bonus
• Profit Sharing and 401k Match.
• Great Work Environment and Leadership
• Onsite Barber Shop & Gym

Responsibilities

• Prepares plans and directs projects including cost estimates and Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) as needed.
• Maintains Capital Appropriation Request (CAR) spreadsheet to ensure accuracy & tracks project spend.
• Conducts monthly/quarterly meetings with Operations Manager and Maintenance Manager reviewing CARs and upcoming projects.
• In conjunction with Maintenance Manager helps to develop the maintenance staff.
• Participates in new product development including manufacturing prototypes.
• Participates in production liability investigation when required.
• Oversees plant engineering change notice process.
• Engages/leads meetings to plan and schedule work assignments and to assess progress and results.
• Maintains in conjunction with Quality Manager compliance to DOT TC UL and CSA regulatory requirements.
• Oversees the upkeep of buildings grounds and equipment including all drawings & documents.
• Performs product/process analysis and initiates activities for continuous improvement cost reductions quality improvements and improved efficiencies.
• Oversees the initiation follow-up and timely completion of projects.
• Works with plant personnel as well as outside contractors throughout all phases of projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Hands-on team orientated and committed to business improvement processes
• Quality orientated and attention to detail
• Timely problem solving analysis and problem resolution
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to build confidence through strong interpersonal and business-facing skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization
• Stamping joining machining process automation and haz-mat product packaging experience beneficial
• Solid works / Autocad Experience
• High volume Lean manufacturing experience
• NFPA electrical compliance and facility classification beneficial
• 10 years progressive experience in engineering with increasing responsibilities

Named to Fortunes 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list four times and with a people first philosophy rooted in The Golden Rule (treating others the way we would want to be treated) our company provides a safe and rewarding work environment. We have a team-oriented culture and believe employees are essential to the companys success.

In addition to a competitive benefits package we offer the ability for individuals to grow within our organization through training development and advancement opportunities.

Company Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits with low premiums starting day one
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company profit sharing
• Onsite barbershop / hair salon and fitness center
• Great team and team dynamics
• On-the-Job-Training

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement If this role is something you are interested in but your previous experience doesnt exactly align we encourage you to apply! At our company we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Our company is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help enable people to live safer healthier and more expressive lives. We operate with three segments: Building Products Consumer Products and Sustainable Energy Solutions. Our emphasis on innovation and transformation extends to building products including water systems heating and cooling solutions architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories and consumer products in tools outdoor living and celebrations categories sold under brand names Coleman Bernzomatic Balloon Time Level5 Tools Mag Torch Well-X-Trol General Garden-Weasel Pactool International and Hawkeye. We also serve the growing global hydrogen ecosystem through on-board fueling systems and gas containment solutions.

We are value-added partner to customers featuring a wide variety of highly engineered products across Tools Outdoor Living and Celebrations. At our Chilton WI facility we produce handheld torches and propane tanks which are essential for camping adventure and DYIs.

Our company and its subsidiaries is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race color religion age national origin sex disability or veterans status.

Please contact Matt at for more information.

Required Experience:

Manager