Job Title: Plant Engineering Manager

Location: Tacoma, WA

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview:

The Plant Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of a manufacturing facility. This includes equipment design, implementation, maintenance, and process optimization to ensure operational efficiency, safety compliance, and continuous improvement. The role involves managing a team of engineers and technicians, overseeing capital projects, and maintaining budgets to support the facility's production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all plant assets, including capital and maintenance budgets.
• Act as the primary representative for the Process Safety Management (PSM) program, ensuring implementation and maintenance.
• Lead and manage a team, including direct and indirect reports, ensuring operational goals and employee development.
• Develop and execute capital projects, working closely with vendors to determine specifications, procure equipment, and evaluate products.
• Analyze and plan workforce utilization, equipment layout, and workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Provide technical expertise on plant operations and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safety compliance and drive continuous improvement through programs like Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or 5S.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• 5-7 years of plant maintenance, engineering, or project management experience in a manufacturing setting.
• At least 5 years of experience managing teams, with a proven ability to lead and develop employees.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with tools such as Excel, PowerBI, and PARCview.
• Experience with PSM programs and industrial safety practices is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or 5S, is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Additional Information:

• This role oversees operations at a single plant location with no travel required.
• Relocation assistance is available for candidates outside the area.
• The position provides opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development within the organization.

Interview Process:

• Initial virtual interview with plant leadership.
• Onsite interview including a facility tour and technical discussions.
• Final virtual technical interview with corporate team, if needed.

About the Facility:

This manufacturing facility focuses on producing specialized materials used in a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture, and electronics. The team values innovation, employee development, and a collaborative approach to driving operational excellence.