Engineering Maintenance Manager in Gainesville, TX

At Dura-Line, an Orbia business, we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. We are the leading manufacturer and distributor of telecommunications conduit, cable-in-conduit and other high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and connectivity infrastructure solutions that serve telecommunications, transportation and network electrical markets.

Dura-Line Engineering Maintenance Manager 

Dura-Line, an Orbia Business, is seeking an exceptional Engineering & Maintenance Manager to join our dynamic team at our Gainesville, Texas manufacturing site. As a seasoned leader with 5-8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, maintenance management, and project management, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and prioritizing critical issues and opportunities to drive long-term success. 

Responsibilities: 

• Technical Process Improvements: Initiate and implement technical process improvements, proactively preventing and resolving manufacturing issues affecting safety, equipment efficiency, reliability, and product quality. 

• Asset Maintenance: Manage the local capital expenditure (CAPEX) program and develop a robust asset maintenance plan encompassing preventative, predictive, and autonomous care processes to support business continuity and development. 

• Budget Oversight: Participate in the annual budget process, ensuring CAPEX projects adhere to best practices—from gathering bids/prices and assessing suppliers to coordinating contractors, managing budgets, overseeing installations, testing, documentation, and compliance with safety protocols. 

• Maintenance Planning: Create Preventative Maintenance plans and LOTO procedures, supporting the commissioning of new equipment. Assist in the implementation of Predictive Maintenance programs to reduce downtime and unexpected repair costs. 

Requirements: 

• Education: This positions requires a Bachelors degree or higher in  Engineering.

• Leadership Skills: Empower and collaborate with the team to develop key programs, influence peers, and execute best practices. Be a "hands-on," proactive, subject matter expert providing technical support to production, maintenance staff, and technical personnel. 

• Technical Proficiency: Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP/SAP is a plus. Solid user of Office 365 tools, SharePoint, AutoCAD 2D, and Solid Works. 

• Leadership Style: Demonstrate a 'boots on the floor' mentality, strong project management, and documentation skills. Foster a continuous improvement mindset and culture as a servant leader. 

• Business Acumen: Possess strong business acumen, experience in lean manufacturing/continuous improvement/5S, and familiarity with PFMEA project teams (lean certifications are a plus). Experience in managing annual budgeting processes and capital projects of varied sizes and scopes. 

What We Offer: 

Benefits:

•           IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits upon hire.
•           Generous 6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also? 
•           100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
•           Paid Vacation, Paid Sick time, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.
•           Paid Parental Leave
•           Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service.
•           ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.

As a change agent, you will synthesize data and provide recommendations on a compliant path forward. Join us in empowering people, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and setting best-practice standards across all shifts in our people-centric company. Collaboration is the key to our success. 

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As a TL 9000 and ISO 9001 rated manufacturer, Dura-Line takes pride in our state-of-the-art quality products and is recognized as a key partner with all of the major telecommunications companies worldwide. 

Orbia Dura-Line has 1,700 employees and 17 manufacturing facilities across the U.S., Canada, India, Oman and Europe, serving over 50 countries through a global sales and distribution network.

All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and employment is contingent upon successful clearance results. Dura-Line is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace.  If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on any characteristic protected by law.