Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Valto is searching for a Maintenance & Engineering Manager to be based out of our Joliet, IL facility. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for ensuring that facility operations are safe and efficiently maintained in optimal operating condition. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, be passionate about leadership and seeking an opportunity to make an impact.

• Develop and implement capital projects designed to improve environmental compliance requirements, safety, quality, and overall operation and service levels to customers.
• Manages creation and improvement of equipment/processes that involve engineering personnel.
• Manage and/or develop and maintain systems to capture equipment performance and maintenance history. Analyze data to develop improvements that will limit downtime/maximize efficiencies.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures that increase Operating Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through utilization of the eight pillars of TPM.
• Direct and monitor activities of the maintenance & engineering team. Support development and encourage engagement of all associates in accomplishing duties in accordance with plant objectives, safety, regulatory procedures / requirements.
• Manage stores of routine and critical parts/equipment.

• 5+ years of experience directly managing mechanics and engineers. Demonstrated success in leading / managing others in matrix environment.
• Experience with project management for new production equipment and processes and facilities improvements. Leading large Cap Ex projects - end to end (Design, Sourcing, Quoting, Installation, Follow Up, etc).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical information and regulatory compliance guidelines.
• Working knowledge of programming and maintaining PLC programs.
• Working knowledge of toooling and machine equipment fabrication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with proven results within budgets.
• Strong planning, problem solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience preparing budgets, bids, and contracts.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Computer skills in software packages:
  Microsoft Office, AutoCAD.

,000 Yearly Salary

Valto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.