Title: Senior Facilities & Plant Engineer

Kernersville, North Carolina
Reports To: Plant Manager
Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians

Position Summary

The Senior Facilities/Plant Engineer will support the Tex-Tech Coatings (TTC) division, overseeing equipment, facilities, and maintenance operations across multiple sites. This role ensures operational reliability, compliance, and efficiency while leading a team of maintenance professionals. Occasional travel to customers, suppliers, and vendors is required.

Key Responsibilities

Lead equipment and facility maintenance across TTC sites (Main Plant, External Warehouse, Weaving Facility).
Supervise and coordinate maintenance, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Manage boiler operation, electrical systems, compressed gases, water, refrigeration, and wastewater treatment for uninterrupted service.
Maintain emission control devices (Solvent Recovery Unit, Thermal Oxidizer, Water Scrubber) ensuring EPA compliance.
Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and equipment reliability.
Oversee installation, relocation, and modification of production equipment.
Ensure plant security, fire protection systems, and safety compliance.
Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs.
Inspect ongoing and completed work to maintain quality standards and OSHA safety compliance.
Coordinate contractor activities for plant projects and maintenance functions.
Manage inventory control of maintenance materials, supplies, and spare parts.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.
Design and modify electrical and mechanical equipment layouts for optimal plant flow.
Support Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) planning.
Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and maintenance spend tracking.
Lead and manage capital projects from concept to completion.
Drive employee development, training, and succession planning.
Maintain and update plant drawings and schematics.
Ensure compliance with permits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
Other duties may be assigned

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related technical field).

Qualifications & Skills

10+ years of experience in manufacturing, plant engineering, or industrial maintenance.
Proven leadership and supervisory experience managing maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of mechanical principles, machining practices, and fabrication techniques.
Expertise in modern manufacturing processes, assembly techniques, and machine-shop practices.
Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and tooling problems.
Skilled in process improvement, lean manufacturing, and cost reduction strategies.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in AutoDesk, SolidWorks, and CAD design software.
Familiarity with computer-controlled machine tools, high-volume automated production equipment, and ERP systems.
Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel to suppliers, customers, and training courses.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in non-climate-controlled manufacturing environments.
Comfortable with loud equipment, chemicals, and PPE requirements.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, walk stairs, and stand on concrete floors.

Benefit Program

• Medical Care with Telemedicine service

• Dental Care

• Vision Care

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (Employee Only)

• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and/or Dependent Life Insurance

• Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term Disability

• Long-Term Disability

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Program Internal Development

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Wellness Programs

• Internal Development

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