Engineering Services Manager

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader focused on materials science and delivers breakthroughs through its portfolio of sustainable innovations across textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses. This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting all processes related to the maintenance of the plant's physical structure, production equipment, plant utilities and environmental systems. The Engineering Services Manager leads a team of Sr. Engineering Services Engineers and Engineering Supervisors, with total direct and indirect reports exceeding 50 at the Magnolia Finishing plant. The position is located at the Milliken Magnolia Finishing Plant in Blacksburg, SC and reports to the Plant Manager. Key Responsibilities Ensure optimal performance of all mechanical and electrical equipment to include continuous improvement, downtime reduction, energy consumption reduction, measurement, environmental impact: digital drive, PLC, and process control systems plant computer systems and networks electrical power distribution and systems motor, gearbox, belt and pulley mechanical power transfer compressed air generation and transfer steam generation and transfer Create standard work audits, layered audits and appropriate work oversight Maintain appropriate performance reports (building, production, environmental) Establish collaborative internal and external relationships: engineering services team members plant departments outside contractors and vendors Develop, evaluate, and maintain preventative maintenance processes Understand and effectively participate in the plant safety process Head plant efforts in: Confined space Emergency preparation Lockout Tagout Adherence to OSHA standards Coordinate training, developing, and coaching team members: Foster a working environment that promotes open communications, teamwork and individual engagement to accomplish goals and objectives Ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner Ensure safety rules are clearly understood and followed Develop/implement capital investment projects/budgets Manage maintenance spending to defined budget Qualifications - Required BS degree (preferred mechanical, electrical or applicable engineering) with 10+ years of relevant work experience Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Strong technical and problem‑solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills 5 years minimum experience working in a manufacturing maintenance environment Qualifications - Preferred Previous experience in a dyeing and finishing operation Working knowledge of SAP Experience in LEAN and six sigma principles Successful Candidate Strengths Initiative and ability to take ownership of projects Self‑management skills Problem‑solving capability

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