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AOC is a leading global manufacturer of unsaturated polyester resins, vinyl ester resins, and other solutions for applications in Coatings & Protective Barriers, Colorants & Visual Effects, Adhesives, and Conventional Composite Resins. We operate facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. We currently have an opening for a Plant Engineer.

Position Summary

· This position is accountable for the proposal, justification, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and training related to projects in all areas of the plant.

· Assists in developing Energy Management Program, ways to minimize consumption of utilities and waste heat recovery.

· Manage the plant maintenance department to ensure continuous improvement in cost effectiveness and efficiency, safe operation of all equipment and systems.

· Implements processes/procedures and develops staff to eliminate downtime in all areas of the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction, training and supervision to maintenance staff and outside contractors
• Responsible for ensuring safe work practices of personnel, proper management of resources, quality services and ensuring business objectives are achieved
• Establish maintenance routines and procedures
• Plan, budget, schedule and co-ordinate capital projects
• Provide manufacturing engineering services to site
• Ensure environmental and HS&E audit compliance
• Responsible for management of departmental budget including budget preparation and cost control
• Play an essential role in the health & safety and quality audit process
• Work with other engineers, production teams, technicians, and contractors to achieve operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or related field
• Minimum of five years of progressive management experience in a manufacturing environment in maintenance, and plant engineering
• Must have demonstrable project/management skills coupled with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a strong planner, well organized, able to handle conflicting priorities and have experience in managing manufacturing contractors and technical staff
• Must possess a sound technical knowledge in applicable engineering principles/codes such as TSSA, CSA and ESA
• Must be knowledgeable of all environment and safety issues and related legislation.
• Excellent computer skills and experience managing all aspects of a CMMS

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S and Kaizen
• Strong problem-solving, leadership and technical skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person