About US:

EFESO Management Consultants is a global leader in operations strategy and performance improvement. We work closely with clients across a broad range of industries to deliver real results tailored to their unique needs. Our end-to-end services integrate industrial AI, digital solutions, sustainability, people development, transactions and turnaround, R&D and product profitability, cost and value engineering, manufacturing, procurement and supply chain. We drive transformation through 1,500 projects annually in over 75 countries. Powered by deep industry knowledge and a commitment to lasting impact, EFESO works closely with global brands, mid-sized companies, and private equity to build resilience and future ready operations. 

EFESO Americas operates across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, translating EFESO’s global expertise into locally executed, results-driven solutions. With teams on the ground throughout the Americas and direct access to EFESO’s worldwide capabilities, EFESO Americas delivers practical, execution-focused support tailored to regional market dynamics and client needs—helping organizations achieve measurable, sustainable results from strategy through implementation. www.efeso.com/americas. 

EFESO. Real results, Together

Role:

Our TPM Consultants play a key role in delivering EFESO’s world-class Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and operational excellence programs. This role blends deep technical understanding of maintenance & reliability with strong facilitation, coaching, and change-management skills. You will work directly with client leadership, supervisors, and frontline teams to diagnose performance gaps, design TPM roadmaps, and implement the pillars that drive breakthrough results in safety, quality, productivity, and cost. This is a hands-on consulting role ideal for someone who thrives in industrial environments, enjoys coaching teams, and is passionate about building sustainable operational capability. Experience in consumer goods, food & beverage, packaging, or industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

TPM Program Design and Deployment  

• Conduct baseline assessments of maintenance maturity, equipment performance, and loss analysis.
• Design TPM master plans, pillar structures, and implementation roadmaps aligned to client objectives.
• Lead the deployment of core TPM pillars (Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Focused Improvement, Early Equipment Management, Skills Development, etc.).
• Facilitate Kaizen events, loss-elimination workshops, and cross-functional problem-solving sessions.

Maintenance & Reliability Improvement

• Analyze equipment performance using OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and loss trees to identify improvement priorities.
• Support clients in developing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Guide the creation or optimization of maintenance work processes, PM routines, lubrication standards, and spare-parts strategies.
• Coach maintenance teams on reliability fundamentals, root cause analysis, and work execution excellence.

Capability Building & Coaching

• Train operators and technicians on Autonomous Maintenance steps, equipment care, and problem-solving.
• Coach supervisors and managers on performance management, daily control systems, and leadership behaviors.
• Develop training materials, standards, and visual management systems to embed new ways of working.

Performance Management & Results Delivery

• Establish KPIs and governance routines to track TPM progress and sustain improvements.
• Support clients in implementing tiered accountability systems and daily management.
• Ensure measurable impact on safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale.

Education:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields; MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications   (e.g., P.E., Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt).

Experience: 

• Minimum of 4 yrs experience in manufacturing, maintenance & reliability, industrial engineering, or operational excellence.
• Hands-on experience with TPM, Lean, or reliability improvement programs (in-house or consulting).
• Strong understanding of equipment, maintenance processes, and shop-floor operations.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops and coach frontline teams. 
• Solid analytical skills, including OEE analysis, loss breakdowns, and root cause analysis.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments and traveling to client sites.

Technical Competencies:

• Deep understanding of TPM pillars (AM, PM, FI, EEM, SD, QM) and their deployment sequence 
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation fundamentals relevant to shop-floor equipment 

Professional Competencies:

• Work collaboratively with EFESO project teams to deliver high-quality consulting engagements.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders at all levels.
• Contribute to proposals, insights, and thought leadership in TPM and operational excellence.

Work Environment:  

· Type of role: Full-Time - Remote  

· Travel: 80-100%, on-site client location(s) 

· Client environments: may require standing and/or walking for long periods  

· Location: Job opportunities open to all US locations, preferred regions: East Coast, Midwest and South

· Relocation: Not offered at this time

· Background check and Drug testing requirements per client 

· Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

Compensation: 

The wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At EFESO, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $00.000-$00.000. 

We offer: 

A competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our package includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plan, PTO plus observed holidays. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:   

EFESO Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Other Employment Statements: 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

EFESO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs/practices, consistent with applicable law.