Engineering & Maintenance Manager

About The Goodkind Co

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Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products.

Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.

Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment.

Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.

About The Role

Reporting to the SVP of Manufacturing, the Engineering and Maintenance Manager will lead a small but mighty team of mechanics to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant machinery, facilities, and other equipment.

The Engineering and Maintenance Manager should be passionate about continuous improvement, mentoring and teaching staff, and bringing order to and establishing processes within the Engineering arm of our facility.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance staff
• Lead multiple manufacturing processes
• Implement and maintain manufacturing methodologies and systems
• Oversee improvements in manufacturing efficiency and quality by analyzing and modifying machine programs, procuring the optimal materials and equipment, and standardizing processes / materials / tooling
• Install, repair, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation
• Dismantle machinery and remove / replace defective parts
• Determine changes in part requirements by inspecting and measuring various instruments
• Maintain inventories of equipment, parts, and supplies by checking stock and placing orders appropriately
• Train production workers on routine preventative maintenance
• Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and service requests
• Prepare maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Qualifications

• BA / BS in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline) preferred, or sufficient experience
• Ability to operate and understand machinery and technical equipment
• In-depth knowledge of system maintenance
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations
• GMP and ISO experience preferred
• Experience with process manufacturing preferred
• Skilled in analyzing information, creating reports, and crafting SOPs and Work Instructions
• Experience with 5s and Lean Manufacturing preferred
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
• Ability to communicate cross-functionally with respect
• Passion for training, mentoring, and teaching others of all levels of knowledge / experience

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