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Ainsley Search Group is hiring a Plant Engineering Manager with solid experience in plant engineering and maintenance management for a High Growth Manufacturer located in Chester County. This Plant Engineering Manager will report to VP of Operations, lead and develop a maintenance and engineering team and plan, optimize PM, optimize plant reliability and equipment performance output, further promote plant safety, and reliability, oversee the life cycle of major plant engineering projects. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with lucrative compensation, bonus, benefit and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a plant engineering team, plan staffing outlook for maintenance and engineering team based on operational demand and make decision on hiring, training, etc.
• Report to VP of Operations and collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and implement a facility maintenance system, drive PM, reliability, process improvement on safety.
• Lead life cycle of major plant expansion, capital projects, oversee plant engineering projects design, execution, commissioning, close-out, manage contractor, equipment manufacturer, suppliers’ quality, performance and support contractor and supplier selection and qualification process.
• Develop, implement, and standardize maintenance practice, procedure and process across organization, plan and optimize resource for predictive and preventive maintenance, lead and manage plant maintenance programs, oversee equipment inspections, support safety and reliability training to optimize overall plant safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Manage budget, cost and budget planning for all plant engineering projects, maintenance programs, identify area of cost saving opportunities and drive cost saving initiatives.
• Lead the security, sanitation, janitorial, utility, and property management programs across plant, create and maintain master site plan and collaborate with safety and EHS to ensure compliance with OSHA, GMP and EHS regulations.
• Collect, analyze maintenance data, KPI and operational data to track, monitor up-time, down-time performance on plant systems such as chiller, HVAC, condensate systems, plant steamer, etc, identify root causes and opportunities of improvement, further achieve higher efficiency, accuracy, cost saving on equipment performance output.
• Collaborate with EHS, Reliability Engineer, Project Engineer to support new capex investment, installation, commissioning, upgrade, routine maintenance, repair, and upgrade.
• Collaborate with Process, Quality, Reliability engineering and senior management, based on operational data, analysis to support CI, sustain and promote process safety, equipment reliability, and optimize operational output.
• Collaborate with executive management team on strategic planning regarding plant expansion, major capex investment, maintenance program, etc.
• Lead the new plant site design, development projects from start to finish, develop and modify new plant layout and expanded layout for existing plant facility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical degree is a plus, higher education desired.
• Recent years of tenure as a hands-on senior leader as Plant Engineering Manager, or related roles within manufacturing industry, expose to high yield, fast speed automated manufacturing environment required.
• Hands-on leadership skill, ability to establish rapport and hold subordinates accountable, ability to restructure and develop a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill, strong knowledge in Project Management skill.
• Strong mindset in process improvement, process safety and reliability, ability to make difficult decision independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, CMMS and ERP based systems.
• Aspiration to advance to senior management level

Compensation and Benefit:

• Lucrative compensation
• Yearend bonus
• 401k with match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental and vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance

Job Description

Job Summary:

Manages a team of chemists/scientists/technicians and executes pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape prototype development, scale-up, and product launch in various applications. The group leader will focus on platform technology development, new product development for customer-driven projects, as well as continuous improvement and cost reduction of existing products and processes. Emphasis on acrylic polymer synthesis, silicone and rubber adhesive formulations, PSA rheology, knowledge of tape assemblies, backing material selection, and release liner familiarity. Works with customers and AR teams to collect design input and develop new product design strategies. Technical and laboratory lead in developing new adhesive solutions, robust products, and basic production processes that can be successfully commercialized.

Essential Functions:

• Establishes and directs research programs for new product development and product/process improvement of current products. Responsible for complex basic research and/or product development projects.
• Leads lab personnel and facilitates development of product constructions and processes; designs & conducts chemical experiments on both lab- and production-scale; designs and specifies production scale processes and contributes to product validation.
• Conducts and directs required laboratory work to develop new PSA and tape assemblies including polymerization, formulation, coating and testing. Develops new products that lead to sustainable commercial revenue.
• Completes any necessary regulatory forms. Ensures team follows similar protocols and procedures.
• Implements and executes product development to align with Stage Gate timelines and sets prioritization with the Director of Innovation and Product Management team. Meets technical commitments in order to complete project progression dates and milestones on time.
• Drives patent strategy (reading, planning, and execution) within the team to align with goals established by the Director of Innovation.
• Consults with Director of Innovation, Product Management, Operations, Quality and Sales personnel on group priorities and strategy. Active role in setting overall Innovation direction & strategy. Participates in business planning process with one or more business as appropriate. Establishes program priorities, objectives and responsibilities for group. Ensures effective communication of Innovation program progress for own work and for overall group.
• Functions as a technical lead on product development teams. Leads cross-functional product development teams to ensure effective prototype development, to drive prototypes to commercial products, and to translate findings into impactful business revenue.
• Participates and occasionally leads establishment and implementation of R&D policies and procedures. May be responsible for specified lab areas.
• Interfaces with customers on new product applications and networks externally to assure highest level of competence is maintained.
• Develops skills within the team and evaluates performance of department personnel. Mentors and and coaches associates to effectively work in the department in addition to promoting a collaborative work environment (within the department and cross-functionally). Executes performance reviews annually.
• Makes identifiable and substantial contributions to continuous improvement. Performs all duties consistent with established AR guidelines consistent with ISO-9001 and those elements of GMP deemed necessary to support our business (as outlined in the Quality Manual). Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives.
• Responsible for the proper disposal of hazardous waste into the proper labeled containers and drums.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Job Specifications:

• BS degree (or higher) in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or materials science and/or significant industrial experience. Ph.D. degree preferred but not required.
• Greater than 3 years adhesive formulation, mixing process and coating process experience. Demonstrates detailed knowledge of required chemical and physical test methods for PSA characterization. Requires an aptitude to use sensitive test equipment.
• Basic understanding and familiarity with adhesive chemistries and coating technologies. Familiarity and understanding of various adhesive chemistries (acrylic, silicone, rubber).
• Understanding of adhesive tape constructions (backing materials, release liner selection, adhesive chemistries, etc.)
• Knowledge of PSA rheology, dynamic mechanical analysis, and other physical polymer characterization methods
• Supervisory experience preferred with experience managing a team of scientists in product development, technology platform expansion, and patent filing.
• Demonstrated technology and/or product development capability.
• Expertise required in Stage Gate processes and how to move projects through the pipeline with discipline, efficiency, and accountability
• Excellent program prioritization and coordination skills, ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a diverse, disciplined team environment with limited supervision. Ability to work independently and drive project execution with limited guidance.
• Excellent program prioritization and coordination skills, ability to manage multiple priorities.Agility to adapt and shift to changing priorities, proactively anticipating obstacles, and flexibility to seek out alternative solutions when faced with meeting customer design inputs and timelines
• Must communicate fluently in English
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of AR information
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of computers & related word processing, spreadsheet & e-mail software – Microsoft preferred
• Ability to employ statistical analysis techniques. Familiarity with design of experiments software and set-up, ability to employ statistical analysis techniques
• Ability to develop and present effective technical presentations to internal and external customers.

Construction Site Manager

Braddock, PA, 15104 Onsite

Pay range: $45-55/hr on W2

Electrical Construction Coordinator, Field Management; 40 hours to start; however when the project gets started it will be 60+

Years of Experience Required: 0-3 years

Job Description:

The Construction Manager (CM) is the project representative that have been delegated authority and responsibility of administering the field operations of the construction project. The CM will perform all aspects of field administration, including implementation of a safety plan and a quality control plan. The Construction Manager will be responsible for developing, evaluation of, and execution of construction plans for various projects as assigned. This will include significant outage planning and coordination with operating entities and contractors.

Job Responsibilities:

Function: The two primary functions of the Construction Manager is to perform evaluations of construction plans for safety, feasibility and efficiencies and to perform construction management for specific projects as assigned at the various Client locations.

Accountable for:

The Construction Manager will be responsible for the safety, cost and schedule performance of the construction efforts assigned. Deliverables: The deliverables required will vary based on the requirements unique to each assigned project, but will generally consist of:

1. Assist in the development of the progress schedule; generating, gathering, and confirming all information needed to create, monitor, and modify the progress schedule on a continuous basis. Monitor and report on actual vs. target performance requirements.

2. Perform constructability analyses on a regular basis and coordinate general direction of work.

3. Evaluate and provide input to vendor construction plans.

4. Manage receipt of material and equipment and ensure proper storage and accessibility.

5. Monitor manpower and physical progress of construction.

6. Monitor as required cost items related to the construction contracts ie. reimbursable costs to control spending. Review contractor progress payment requests. Review and provide final invoice approval.

7. Review, evaluate, resolve and report on contractor claims and disputes including maintaining change logs.

8. Coordinate and administer the construction quality assurance program.

9. Monitor and report on engineering and procurement function to ensure that deliverables are processed in time to meet construction commitments.

10. Prepare construction reports and maintain daily construction log. Maintain record drawing data, and prepares all regular and any special documentation as determined by project needs.

11. Conduct construction coordination meetings as required to progress the project in accordance with the schedule.

12. Coordinate storage and lay-down needs.

13. Assist in the obtainment of all necessary permits and licenses.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in coordinating and managing complex construction in an industrial setting - Direct steel industry construction experiences a plus.

• Knowledge and proficiency of Construction Industry Institute (CII) and Project Management Institute (PMI) concepts a plus.

• Knowledge of industry standards pertaining to industrial construction and safety planning.

• Experience with multi-discipline constructability and construction planning.

• Ability to use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Oracle software.

• Ability to read and evaluate schedules. • Ability to evaluate estimates and related scope documents. • Knowledge of engineering, procurement and construction and other project-related activities, their interfaces and interdependencies. This includes a broad knowledge of industry design standards, safety planning, basic construction techniques, equipment specifications, project control techniques including critical path scheduling, resource loading, cost control including earned value, and construction turnover to commissioning process.

• Ability to multitask in a multi-faceted work environment with different types of responsibilities

• Ability to develop outage plans and coordinate with the operating facility to integrate outage construction work with other co-located activities.

• Familiarity with a variety of contract types (lump sum, cost reimbursable, guarantee max, T&M). • Need to be able to understand scope, drawings, and specifications for QA and change control.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Project Engineer in Plumsteadville, PA!

We are looking for you !

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Recruiter: Natasha Smith | | Call/Text (445-232-7759)

Guides and stewards assigned projects in accordance with the Airgas Specialty Gases Project Management process. The function includes project planning and scheduling, scope definition, engineering design and review, functional and parts specification, budgeting, budget stewardship, quality assurance, coordination of risk assessment and mitigation, planning maintenance and procedures, communications and project documentation. Obtains technical guidance and consultation from Airgas Engineering and other experts/Design Authorities as needed.

• Committed to a zero accident safety record.
• Keep safety as the top priority in every project.
• Follow all applicable HSE procedures and foster a culture of safety by working safely in all situations.
• Contributes to Good Catches and participation in monthly safety meetings.
• Participate in the investigation and follow-up of HSE-related incidents.
• Cultivate a clear project scope, utilizing input from stakeholders including management, HSE, plant operations, engineering, maintenance, automation and others as appropriate.
• Assists with viability and impact studies of proposed projects and develops creative solutions.
• Assists with development of proposals, including technical proposals and supporting documentation.
• Develop P&ID and system mechanical lay-out.
• Collaborates on the configuration of system PLCs.
• Supports the preparation of electrical & instrumentation diagrams.
• Identifies equipment ideally suited for the project functionality.
• Prepares equipment cost estimates and engineering estimates in support of proposals.
• Fosters alignment and cooperation from relevant stakeholders.
• Dedicated to personal and project safety performance.
• Brings projects to fruition in compliance with all applicable company, federal, state and local regulations.
• Guides projects in accordance with project management procedure including design review, hazards analysis, MOC, PSSR and SOP development and operator training.
• Committed to completing projects successfully while meeting timeline and budget goals.
• Collaborates to ensure that project and design are compliant with medical/Drug manufacturing requirements and CGMP.
• Develops engineering packages for bid (RFQs) that result in fair and accurate pricing from vendors and prevents, as much as possible, field change notices.
• Procures equipment.
• Facilitates construction and project installation.
• Coordinates system testing/check-out.
• Member of the installation/start-up support team.
• Reports on safety, budget, schedule and quality.
• Keep all stakeholders informed of plans, progress and opportunities, fostering clear stakeholder expectations.
• Required Qualifications And Competencies
• Required Qualifications And Competencies
• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 7 years of engineering and project management experience in a gas or chemical manufacturing business.
• Experience managing project budgets of $5MM+
• Experience managing projects with medical applications
• Technical project experience preferred.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, operation and controls of process equipment utilized in Airgas technologies
• Ability to interpret and apply Airgas Industrial Management System, and relevant codes and oversight organizations such as ANSI, ASME, NFPA, CGMP and CGA.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable specifications and standards.
• Must be a self starter and capable of moving projects along with minimal direction from his or her manager.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work, and effectively works within a project execution team.
• Excellent Google Suite product skills, including Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and MS Project.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• BS Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with vendors and suppliers of process equipment and services preferred.
• Familiarity with project management tools and techniques such as scope definition and changes, project scheduling, critical path, estimating, budgeting, reporting and cost control preferred.

• Other Requirements:
• Knowledge of instrumentation, electrical and PLCs desirable
• Ability to coordinate with other groups within ASG, Airgas, external customers, and suppliers
• Some travel is required, up to 20% of the time
• Light to moderate physical activity is required eg. Bending, walking, climbing ladders, occasional lifting to to 30 lbs.

The Buyer/Planner coordinates activities involved with planning and procuring goods and services for multiple product lines. They are responsible for planning and purchasing items such as electromechanical assemblies, fabricated parts, and electronics. They understand different manufacturing processes and have a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. Work closely with Engineering, Accounting, Scheduling, Receiving and Production personnel to ensure timely delivery of materials while following appropriate policies and procedures. This is a hybrid role requiring at least three days in our office in Eagleville, PA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Issue requests for quotes (RFQ) and select the best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements. Negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements on critical commodities.
• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.
• Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement-related problems.
• Source new products to meet new product launch timelines.
• Authorize payment for purchases by reviewing invoices and related documentation.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with inventory goals and as set by management.
• Maintain accuracy of system information, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.
• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that the supplier is aware of their performance.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed, enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.
• Source new suppliers as required and determine the best source of supply by evaluating price, quality, manufacturing capabilities, lead time, service support, and financial stability.
• Participates effectively as a member of a team promoting the exchange of ideas, information, and feedback in all directions.
• May work directly in support of line operations and in collaboration with department managers, engineers, or operations staff.
• Demonstrate leadership and expertise in Lean Manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education requirements:

• Professional purchasing in manufacturing or related industry.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) and 5 years’ experience.
• Must understand an MRP software system.
• Knowledge of the electronic component industry.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in negotiation.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred to have experience with international travel.

**This is a hybrid role - qualified candidates must be available to come in to our office in Eagleville, PA at least three days per week.