Wabash National Corp

Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Wabash National Corp • $85K — $110K *
Lafayette, IN 47909In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering or Technology required (Mechanical/Electrical preferred)
  • 3 years in manufacturing plant engineering/management with financial and project management experience
  • Experience with Automated Control Systems (PLCs & PCs)
  • Successful department budget management record
  • Familiarity with Capital Project Development and Cost Estimation
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and WCM Strategy
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Project management tools
  • Strong skills in Preventive Maintenance and Reliability Based Asset Management

Responsibilities

  • Assist business units in making operational improvements to reduce costs and increase productivity
  • Utilize new technology and Lean Manufacturing principles to maximize efficiency
  • Plan and manage capital asset programs in alignment with the Annual Operating Plan
  • Promote cost-saving initiatives within the department
  • Foster a work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and safety
  • Develop teams and manage hiring, training, and disciplinary actions
  • Ensure compliance with Safeway policies and production quality standards

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Strong focus on diversity and inclusion
  • Collaborative team-oriented work environment
  • Emphasis on continuous learning and improvement
  • Commitment to employee empowerment and transparency
Full Job Description
About the Role:

The Engineering and Maintenance Manager holds a key position in which they help evaluate and maintain current manufacturing equipment and processes, seek out potential new advanced technology for integration into existing manufacturing, and implement new technology into manufacturing processes.

YourResponsibilities:
  • Assists all business units in making operational improvements to reduce costs and to increase productivity
  • Utilizes new technology and Lean Manufacturing principals and processes to maximize efficiency
  • Plans, manages, and executes capital asset programs in compliance with Annual Operating Plan and established policy
  • Promotes development cost saving initiatives
  • Develops a work environment within manufacturing that promotes trust, teamwork quality and safety
  • Assigns accountability, builds teams, hires, develops, evaluates, trains, coaches and disciplines with corrective action as needed
  • Ensures the adherence to Safeway policies, practices, and procedures
  • Ensures production of a quality product in compliance with Wabash quality standards as defined by the Quality organization
  • Other duties as assigned

Let's Talk About Your Qualifications:
  • BS Engineering or Technology required (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred or related field)
  • 3 years manufacturing plant engineering/management experience which includes financial management and project development and project management experience
  • Previous experience with Automated Control Systems PLCs & PCs
  • Successful department budget management
  • Knowledge of Capital Project Development, Cost Estimation and Management
  • Lean manufacturing principals, 5 S deployment/sustainability, WCM Strategy experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Office, and Microsoft Project.
  • Ability to interface and comply with regulatory agencies
  • Proven skills and track record in Preventive Maintenance, TPM, Reliability Based Asset Management
  • Interpersonal, Team Building and Collaborative skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:
  • Embrace Diversity and Inclusion -- Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness
  • Seek to Listen -- Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions
  • Always Learn -- Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo
  • Be Authentic -- Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do
  • Win Together -- Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

Join us in turning ideas into world-changing realities. Curate and build your high-impact professional career at Wabash!

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About Wabash National Corp

Wabash National Corporation is an American company that specializes in the design and production of semi-trailers, truck bodies, and liquid transportation systems. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana. Wabash National Corporation operates in three segments: Commercial Trailer Products, Diversified Products, and Retail. The Commercial Trailer Products segment involves the design, manufacture, and sale of new trailers to the retail market. The Diversified Products segment involves the design, manufacture, and sale of truck bodies, truck-mounted tanks, and intermodal equipment. The Retail segment involves the sale of new and used trailers, as well as the sale of aftermarket parts and services. The company's products are used in a variety of industries, including transportation, construction, and agriculture.
Learn more about Wabash National Corp
Size
6,200 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$97.4 million
Founded
1985
5 Year Trend
-0.5%
Revenue
$1.4 billion
NASDAQ
WNC
* Ladders Estimates

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