Plant Engineering Manager

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

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Job Title: Plant Engineering Manager

Location: Rockdale, IL

Overview:

Apollo Colors is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Plant Engineering Manager to join our team. The Plant Engineering Manager under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, is responsible for all engineering, maintenance, and repair of the company's manufacturing equipment, buildings, and grounds. Support the operational day-to-day business and provide strategic planning through long range production equipment upgrades.  This position is responsible for overall administration of Engineering and Maintenance Management for the Rockdale, IL site. This role has two (Plant Engineer & Maintenance Manager) direct reports and eight indirect reports.

Essential Job Functions:

• Plan, organize and direct the maintenance programs and processes of the facility.
• Oversee maintenance of fire suppression system
• Maintain ammonia system, in partnership with vendor, for efficient operation of the Ice House
• Plan and execute the defined scope of process development and optimization activities, CAPEX measures,
• Evaluate opportunities, carry out process studies and process optimization, - evaluate opportunities, carry out process studies, process optimization, troubleshooting, and safety/reliability improvements.
• Oversee the process software that all chemical reactions and mixers are managed through.
• Develop, execute and evaluate maintenance-related performance (PM completion, R&M spend to budget, downtime, OEE) for manufacturing equipment and facilities. 
• Coordinate corporate maintenance activities to reduce overall downtime of manufacturing equipment and expense.   Ensure efficient utilization of maintenance staff.
• Administer PM program utilizing system, to drive operational improvements through preventative and predictive maintenance methodologies for manufacturing, creating a reliability centered environment.
• Manage CAPEX requirements related to manufacturing equipment, facility maintenance and improvement.  
• Manage maintenance services provided by outside contractors. 
• Obtain quotes and tenders from vendors and suppliers, calculate and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in plant programs and/or special projects as required such as, ISO, Six Sigma/Business Improvement, etc. 
• Consistently administers corporate and local policies and procedures in accordance with their terms.
• Working knowledge of environmental stewardship and sustainability in a chemical manufacturing capacity (e.g. hazardous materials, environmental permits, etc.).
• Layout, design and budget capital projects
• Manage and develop a high-performing team to provide support.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and best practices

Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. 

• 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering and maintenance, with a strong focus on ammonia, steam and batch manufacturing
• 3-5 years of supervisor or manager experience.

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, AutoCAD, and PLC Systems and Architecture
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Data analysis and decision-making capabilities. 

Salary Information: $120,000 - $140,000

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

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