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Metglas, Inc., located in Conway, SC, is a world leading producer of Amorphous Metal Ribbon. Since our company began in the 1970’s, Metglas, Inc. (then Allied Signal located in Morristown, NJ) pioneered the development and production of amorphous metal, a unique alloy that exhibits a structure in which the metal atoms occur in a random pattern. The key to Metglas Inc.’s proprietary manufacturing process is the rapid-solidification of molten alloy at a rate of approximately one million degrees Celsius per second.

We are currently hiring for a Plant Maintenance Manager for our busy 24/7 metal manufacturing foundry.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Ensure the safety of self and others by diligently adhering to safe work practices and procedures.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, justification & benefits, project schedules.
• Oversee engineering projects related to compressed air systems, cooling water systems, and bridge crane systems.
• Establish equipment layout for expansion and efficiency.
• Maintain open communication with Maintenance, Operations, and Senior Management.
• Establish and adhere to tight design schedules and cost budgets.
• Assist production engineers in troubleshooting day-to-day production problems and writing or modifying quality work instructions.
• Management of a team.
• Perform as assigned other similar or related duties.

Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:

• Capable of envisaging and successfully implementing the means to dramatically improve engineering processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stay focused on initiatives by managing priorities.
• Ability to support and enhance our positive, team-based work environment.
• Hands-on, action-oriented professional who enjoys working hard.
• Committed to expanding his/her knowledge and challenging current practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills – both oral and written.
• Effective in the preparation and presentation of technical material
• Able to be reachable by phone and onsite if/as/when needed.

Experience/Education Required/Sought:

• BS with min 5-7 years of experience in highly technical operations/facility management. Mechanical/electrical engineering degrees preferred.
• Training within the manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the use of statistical techniques for improving process capability, process optimization and control.
• Management/leadership experience of hourly operators, to include project management, coaching & mentoring, corrective/disciplinary action, ADP payroll, training, and performance reviews.
• Automation controls exp.
• PLC Allen-Bradley exp.
• Engineering experience.
• ITAR and EAR Disclosure Statement:

This position requires compliance with ITAR and/or EAR requirements. As a potential candidate for this position, you must be a “U.S. Person” (as defined under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 and 15 C.F.R. § 772.1). The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) are the primary export control regulations in the United States. The successful candidate will be required to show proof substantiating their status as a U.S. Person.

Full-Time Benefits Start on Day 1 and include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k - you can contribute right away; 8% company match after 12 months of employment
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• Voluntary & Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Advancement/Career Path Opportunities

Visit www.metglas.com to learn more about us.

Plant Address 440 Allied Drive Conway, SC 29526

METGLAS® Inc., located in Conway, SC, is a world leading producer of Amorphous Metal Ribbon. In 1970’s, Metglas, Inc. (then Allied Signal located in Morristown, NJ) pioneered the development and production of amorphous metal, a unique alloy that exhibits a structure in which the metal atoms occur in a random pattern. The key to Metglas Inc.’s proprietary manufacturing process is the rapid-solidification of molten alloy at a rate of approximately one million degrees Celsius per second.