Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure high reliability, efficiency, and throughput of production equipment.
• Develop and execute a preventive and corrective maintenance strategy.
• Lead process and equipment optimization to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build, mentor, and lead a capable technical team, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Drive equipment upgrades and design improvements in collaboration with suppliers and partners.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Support technical aspects of product and feedstock trials.
• Use operational data to identify opportunities for improvement and guide decisions.

About You:

• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, process, or similar industries, with technical and maintenance exposure - we want to see your experience working with actual equipment!
• Skilled in designing and implementing maintenance programs. You’re going to need to show us structure in how you manage equipment and the systems around it.
• Strong troubleshooting and continuous improvement skills. We’re going to want to hear how you made something better and solved problems to do so.
• Hands-on, data-driven, and proactive approach to problem solving. We want diligent but quick decision-makers with a high bias for action.
• Proven leadership and mentoring ability to build high-performing teams. Show us you’ve worked in a team (even if not in a managerial role).