Milliken & Company

Magnolia Engineering Services Manager

Milliken & Company$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or 10+ years relevant experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Preferred: experience in dyeing and finishing operations
  • Preferred: working knowledge of SAP and experience in LEAN and Six Sigma principles

Responsibilities

  • Ensure optimal performance and continuous improvement of mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Create and maintain standard work audits and performance reports
  • Establish and nurture relationships with internal teams and external vendors
  • Develop and maintain preventative maintenance processes
  • Participate in plant safety processes including confined space and emergency preparation
  • Coordinate training and develop team members to ensure optimal performance
  • Manage capital investment projects and maintenance spending within budget

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment fostering open communication and teamwork
  • Opportunities for professional development and coaching
  • Engagement in meaningful safety and maintenance initiatives
  • Involvement in capital project development and budget management
Full Job Description
This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting all processes related to the maintenance of the plant's physical structure, production equipment, plant utilities and environmental systems. The Engineering Services Manager is directly responsible for leading the team of Sr. Engineering Services Engineers and Engineering Supervisors. Total direct and indirect reports for the Engineering Services Manager exceeds 50+ at the Magnolia Finishing plant. This position is located at the Milliken Magnolia Finishing Plant located in Blacksburg SC and reports to the location's Plant Manager. Key Responsibilities: Ensure optimal performance of all mechanical and electrical equipment to include continuous improvement, downtime reduction, energy consumption reduction, measurement, environmental impact: -digital drive, PLC, and process control systems -plant computer systems and networks -electrical power distribution and systems -motor, gearbox, belt and pulley mechanical power transfer -compressed air generation and transfer -steam generation and transfer Create standard work audits, layered audits and appropriate work oversight Maintain appropriate performance reports (building, production, environmental) Establish collaborative internal and external relationships: -engineering services team members -plant departments -outside contractors and vendors Develop, evaluate, and maintain preventative maintenance processes Understand and effectively participate in the plant safety process Head plant efforts in: -Confined space -Emergency preparation -Lockout Tagout -Adherence to OSHA standards Coordinate training, developing, and coaching team members: -Foster a working environment that promotes open communications, teamwork and individual engagement to accomplish goals and objectives -Ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner -Ensure safety rules are clearly understood and followed Develop/implement capital investment projects/budgets Manage maintenance spending to defined budget Qualifications - Required: BS degree (mechanical or electrical engineering) or 10+ years of relevant work experience Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Strong technical and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills 5 years minimum experience working in a manufacturing environment Qualifications - Preferred: Previous experience in a dyeing and finishing operation Working knowledge of SAP Experience in LEAN and six sigma principles The successful candidates will demonstrate strengths in the following: Initiative and ability to take ownership of projects Self-management skills Problem-solving capability

About Milliken & Company

Milliken & Company is a diversified industrial manufacturer that produces specialty chemicals, floor coverings, and performance and protective textiles. The company was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Milliken has a global presence with manufacturing facilities, sales offices, and research labs in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm's products are used in a variety of industries, including automotive, healthcare, and hospitality. Milliken has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability and was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute.
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Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1865

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