Chief Engineer

Job Summary:                                               

This position is responsible for ensuring compliance in environmental and safety matters and for equipment and facility maintenance/repair. The Chief Engineer also manages utility consumption, operation of boilers, purchasing of parts and services, plant layout and equipment installation and maintenance to support efficient operations and optimum customer service. The Chief Engineer also holds primary responsibility for the cleanliness and overall appearance of the plant.

 Location: 125 Balzano Dr. Johnstown, NY 12095

Hours: 1st shift - On call when needed. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and plant rules
• Co-ordinate the care and maintenance of all equipment with operations management to facilitate internal efficiency
• Maintain contact with regulatory authorities and insurance inspectors to manage safety and insurance requirement fulfillment
• Maintain constant interaction with supervisors and managers, as well as plant team members in order to maintain awareness of plant activities
• Purchase parts, equipment, and services to support operations within budget
• Utilize the company provided Preventative Maintenance Software to fully assure machinery
• remains in optimal condition
• Maintain the cleanliness and overall appearance of physical facilities to support operations and protect the company’s assets, as well as manage and develop plant layout as needed
• Manage utilities consumption and ensure efficient boiler operation
• Manage the installation and maintenance of plant machinery to support efficient operations
• Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods
• Prepare technical data such as qualification test procedures, acceptance test procedures, reports, component maintenance manuals, etc.
• Apply statistical methods and perform product/process analysis to management for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency
• Follow and enforce exposure control procedures within the plant, especially concerning maintenance in the soil sort and wash areas
• Partner with chemical supplier in the coordination of the chemical inventory to ensure correct titration of chemicals, which directly affects the quality of the products, total chemical usage, and chemical cost per pound
• Coordinate relationships with outside vendors and verify they have the proper paperwork (Insurance minimums, hold harmless, etc.) to conduct business with Century Linen

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Chief Engineer manages Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, Electricians or Custodians within the plant. The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 - 10 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting - high speed manufacturing
• 2-5 years management experience - proven experience in project management, meeting deadlines, directing a maintenance department, and managing and developing staff within a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Must have experience in the following areas:
  • Plant facility and support systems operation and maintenance
  • Production/manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair
    • Electrical/electronic (PLCs, 480V)
    • Mechanical (conveyors, boilers, steam, plumbing)
    • Controls
  • LOTO and training
  • Work with large machinery
• Must be open to long hours, weekend, rotating shifts, and subject to calls during hours away from plant (24/7).
• Knowledge of boiler operations
• Good human relations skills to provide leadership and work with plant teams
• Computer literacy
• Quality orientation and high attention to detail
• Ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution
• Certified in OSHA programs and practices
• Experience with hazardous chemicals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Process or Mechanical Engineering Experience
• Experience within the commercial laundry services industry
• Bilingual - English/Spanish

Travel Required:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

This position requires constant walking throughout the plant, carrying tools and equipment of up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Work Environment:

This position exists within an office and plant environment, including hot, noisy, and wet conditions. Within the plant environment, there is constant exposure to hazards including confined spaces, chemicals, steam under pressure, climbing, working in positions above and under equipment, and throughout and outside of the facility.

Century Linen is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, or you have a disability and you believe you need reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call to 518-571-2610. This number is exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000