Facilities Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Location: Conway, SC Onsite

Duration: Direct Hire

Salary: $140-160K DOE Plus Bonus and Relocation option

Company Overview:

Top Prospect Group, now part of HW Staffing Solutions, focuses on connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. We offer expertise across multiple industries, ensuring that we meet and exceed staffing expectations.

Responsibilities of Position:

Fully committed to the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of all plant and process equipment

Sets goals, tracks performance, and drives continuous improvement in equipment reliability

Oversees all aspects of maintenance, including spare parts management and implementation of preventative, predictive, and proactive programs

Ensures reliable and cost-effective supply of all utilities and gases

Develops and manages departmental budget to meet productivity and efficiency targets

Maintains full compliance with local, state, federal, and corporate regulations and codes

Collaborates with Engineering on the design and execution of safe and cost-effective projects

Develops and implements training programs aligned with plant goals

Recognizes and rewards staff for outstanding contributions

Leads the expansion and optimization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Maintains accurate documentation, including drawings, specifications, programs, and inspection records

Supports all ISO system requirements and ensures a culture of safety

Provides leadership for the process control programming function

Conducts software backups and maintenance on existing systems

Validates program logic and prepares program documentation

Determines hardware and software needs for long-term operations

Leads capital projects and coordinates with contractors to meet cost and productivity objectives

Designs panels, wiring schematics, and bills of materials

Develops diagnostic programs to support process automation and troubleshooting

Creates training modules for maintenance teams

Key Success Factors (6–18 months):

Analyze existing systems and create a long-term growth strategy

Implement control system upgrades to unlock productivity and plant capacity

Partner with IT to develop data tools and improve process transparency

Increase plant uptime and equipment availability

Launch structured maintenance planning and scheduling processes

Establish reliability programs to meet Total Business Cost (TBC) goals

Foster maintenance integration within cross-functional teams

Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:

Strong PLC programming experience REQUIRED (Allen Bradley & GE Fanuc)

HMI programming with Wonderware and Rockwell Software

Hands-on experience with Oracle Databases

In-depth understanding of industrial instrumentation, control theory, and system architecture

Analytical approach to technical process data

Familiarity with motors, drives, and field devices a plus

Solid grasp of electrical engineering practices

Experience with PI&D drawings and redlining

Strong organizational, planning, and verbal/written communication skills

Proven leadership experience in maintenance management

5+ years of manufacturing experience leading a maintenance and engineering team

Self-motivated, collaborative, and results-driven

Strong technical knowledge in mechanical systems, electrical power, and controls

Experience/Education Required/Sought:

BS in Electrical Engineering or Process Engineering

Demonstrated experience with ladder logic and automation control programming