Job Description
Posted Date: Aug 6, 2025
Requisition Number: 126006
Job Location: Bluffton, IN
Summary: Responsible for facilitation and/or implementation of capital and process improvement projects to resolve equipment problems, save costs, or improve effectiveness.
In addition, the Manager, Tech Assurance:
- Responsible for the development and planning for such projects, including setting and adhering to timelines, budgeting, ROI, etc.
- Coordination of activities and resources, including internal resources and outside contractors
- Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of mechanical and electrical problems with equipment
- Assist the Maintenance site manager on safe operating practices
- Assist with the plant floor for improved equipment efficiency and uptime
- Assist with safety committee improvements
- Manage equipment improvements that directly affect efficiencies and reliability
- Improve planning for training needs and compliance
- Provide analysis of equipment reliability and recommendation of rebuild or replacement
- Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service
- Complete design and development projects by working with and guiding technicians
- Researching and recommending new manufacturing technology by making direct observations as well as interpreting data from other technical and operating staff
- Under the required outcome of a particular procedure or process
- Assess safety and sanitation requirements for new and existing equipment and ensure that these are integrated into the process
- Work on various plant projects and capital equipment requests involving the startup of new operations, implementation of quality and safety improvements, and development of productivity improvements in existing products
- Work closely with other engineers and technicians on development and research projects as well as capital projects
- Improve equipment reliability and life cycle for future production capacity needs by working closely with production and maintenance
Relationships/Contacts - Lead stewardship of owners' assets
- As the primary point of contact for architects, engineers, and other parties associated with new and renovation improvement projects
- Inform and coordinate with the responsible contractors, engineers, and other points of contact to resolve any safety violations, maintenance needs, etc.
- Identify, select, and manage suitable service providers for various contracted services
- Collaborating on projects with operations
- Manage scheduling of staff within the established budget
- Manage 3rd party commercial maintenance service
- Manage interactions with local, state, regional, and federal agencies.
Skills and Experience: - 5+ Years electrical or mechanical experience
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLC controls, focusing on ControlLogix, SLC, PLC5, PanelView, and PanelView Plus
- SAP 3-5 years of experience
- Proven leadership skills a must. Strong decision-making skills with ability to show discrepancy and judgement
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency in Excel
- Experience working with decision-makers on business strategies and objectives
Minimum Requirements and Education: - Bachelors degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering or related field or possesses experience and education equivalent to such a degree
- 5+ years of project management experience
- Proven record working as a business partner in a lean manufacturing environment
- Experience in working with decision-makes on business strategies and objectives
Physical Demands and Work Environment - The working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. The employee is required to stand, walk, use hands and arms, speak, and hear and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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