Mechanical Engineering Manager

With over 70 years of innovative products and services, Valto is the world's leading provider of FRP composite panels. Our lightweight composite products deliver unsurpassed strength and durability; and we continue to pioneer next level performance in building materials, recreational vehicles, and transportation. We deliver quality products that perform in demanding environments.

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.

How you'll 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.

What you bring to the table :

Salary : $150,000 - $170,000 + salary & benefits

This role does not include sponsorship.

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.