Engineering & Maintenance Manager
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Overview
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$140,000-$150,000/year
Job Description
Engineering | Maintenance | Capital Projects | Growing Metal Fabrication Manufacturer
Talis Group’s privately owned manufacturing client is growing its metal fabrication capabilities and is looking for a hands-on technical leader to help take the operation to the next level. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer or technical leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, developing teams, leading capital projects, and driving meaningful improvements in manufacturing performance.
The Manager of Technical Operations will oversee Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities, with significant opportunity to build the department, strengthen preventative maintenance, improve equipment reliability, and support the company’s continued growth.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
- Growing, privately owned manufacturing company with an excellent culture.
- Opportunity to build and elevate the Engineering & Maintenance functions.
- Lead significant capital projects and manufacturing improvements.
- Hands-on role with daily visibility and impact on the shop floor.
- Typical 45-hour workweek with strong work-life balance.
- Low cost healthcare premiums, dental & vision, company-paid life and disability.
- 401(k) matching, profit sharing & generous bonuses.
Highlighted Duties
- Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering and Maintenance teams, building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Lead capital projects including equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and facility improvements.
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Drive manufacturing engineering initiatives involving process improvements, tooling, fixtures, automation, and equipment.
- Partner with Production and Operations to solve technical challenges and improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
- Develop long-term equipment, facility, and asset management strategies to support company growth.
- Manage contractors, vendors, and technical service providers.
- Develop a strong MRO process to ensure the shop has the parts, tooling, and supplies needed to operate efficiently.
- Identify, develop, and grow technical talent while building the capabilities needed for the company's future.
Highlighted Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical field required; Master’s preferred.
- 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, CNC equipment, automation, maintenance, and facilities.
- Proven success leading capital projects and equipment improvements.
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to develop technical teams.
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability and desire to spend significant time on the shop floor.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technical leader who wants to make a visible impact, develop a team, and help shape the future capabilities of a growing manufacturing operation.
This information is a brief job summary for recruiting purposes only and does not constitute the entire job description, duties, or requirements.
Talis Group is an equal opportunity employer. All registrants are considered based upon their skills, performance, potential, and other qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Candidates can expect a pay range of $140,000 and $150,000 per year.
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