Hardware Engineering Manager jobs in Champaign, IL

Overview

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a division of the Kingspan Group plc headquartered in Ireland, is a global and trusted leader in the design, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance sustainable building products and solutions for the construction industry. As the most energy-efficient, cost-effective building envelope solutions, insulated metal panels are at the forefront of sustainability. We serve the architectural, commercial/industrial, cold storage and food processing markets, and are committed to delivering the most advanced building products on the market. Learn about our Planet Passionate initiatives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEeIS55WMOk

At Kingspan, our future success is based on the quality of our people, who's expertise and motivation have helped ensure that we remain at the forefront of the construction materials manufacturing industry. In joining Kingspan you become an important part of a growing organization with a reputation for innovative design and use of technology, technical expertise, product quality, service excellence, and dedication to sustainability.

Ready to be part of our team?  

We are looking for an Engineering Maintenance Manager for our Mattoon, IL facility!

Summary:

Engineering Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and upkeep of buildings, equipment, and manufacturing equipment within the organization. You will oversee a team of maintenance technicians and coordinate the maintenance activities to ensure high operational efficiency and adherence of safety standards. This will be a critical role in maintaining cross-functional collaboration and coordination between departments to achieve high levels of Safety, compliance, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Health and safety compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations by implementing and enforcing safety guidelines and procedures. Conduct regular inspections to identify potential hazards and take corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Compliance: Adhere to internal code of conduct, uphold clear, ethical, and honest business communications. Maintain legal compliance and uphold commitment to a more sustainable future.
• Planning and scheduling maintenance tasks: Develop maintenance schedules and plans for regular inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities. This involves analyzing equipment performance, identifying potential issues, and prioritizing tasks.
• Project planning and execution: Work closely with stakeholders to define project scope, set goals, establish timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Managing maintenance staff: Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, assign tasks, providing guidance, and monitor team performance. Ensure the team has the necessary skills and training to carry out their responsibilities effectively. This includes hiring and onboarding new team members, setting performance expectations, providing feedback and coaching, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Budgeting and cost control: Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently. Track expenses, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Equipment and facility management: Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and facilities, ensure all are in good working condition. This includes coordinating repairs, troubleshooting issues, and implementing preventive maintenance measures.
• Vendor management: Liaise with external contractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure timely and quality maintenance services are achieved. Oversee the selection and evaluation of vendors and negotiate contracts for maintenance services. Competitive tendering process adherence.
• Documentation and record-keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, maintenance logs, and inventory. Generate structured reports on maintenance performance, costs, and equipment reliability.
• Provide out-of-hours engineering support for site, relative to failure escalation plans impacting safety, quality, plant performance issues.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Degree/diploma with at least 5 years’ experience or significant experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Technical expertise: Have a strong understanding of the equipment, systems, and technologies relevant to the manufacturing process. Be capable of troubleshooting and able to diagnose equipment issues.
• Problem-solving: Be able to analyze problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions. Have a proactive approach to prevent recurring issues and optimize maintenance processes.
• Knowledge of regulations: Ensure awareness of both local and industry health and safety regulations, building codes, and standards to ensure compliance and minimize risks.
• Leadership and communication: Possess strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage and motivate the team. Clear communication is essential for delegating tasks, providing instructions, and coordinating with other departments.
• Organizational skills: Good organization and the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines is essential. Maintaining accurate records, managing inventory, and tracking maintenance activities.

Computer Skills:

• Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Outlook.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Exert up to 30 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment Disclaimer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.

**Kingspan is an Equal Opportunity Employer**