• Maintain safe operations through adherence to all safety procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and model ENTEK's core values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Innovation.
• Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement and workplace experience.
• Represent ENTEK professionally when interacting with employees, suppliers, and customers.
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout, respirator, PPE, hazardous materials, and company safety programs.
• Establish and maintain standard operating conditions across all shifts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing tools including Lean, Kaizen 5S TPM, Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs), Standard Work and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Lead efforts to improve quality, productivity, efficiency, and equipment availability.
• Analyze operational data and implement corrective actions based on measurable results.
• Coordinate and document process improvement projects, equipment trials, and new product introductions.
• Utilize SPC and process monitoring systems to maintain process control and optimize performance.
• Maximize OEE performance through improvements in Quality, Productivity and Availability.
• Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and develop action plans to address gaps.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, and Morale.
• Ensure decisions are supported by facts, analysis, and data.
• Develop and maintain process standards, procedures, and visual controls.
• Train, coach, and mentor operators, leads, and team members across all shifts.
• Develop training materials and deliver process and equipment training.
• Promote operator engagement in continuous improvement activities.
• Support workforce development through technical coaching and leadership development.
• Foster collaboration and positive working relationships throughout the organization.
• Partner with Maintenance and Operations teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Assist with implementation and advancement of TPM programs.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of process and equipment issues.
• Develop standards and best practices for maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Lead process-related initiatives during equipment installations and upgrades.
• Partner with Quality, R&D, Engineering, Maintenance, and IT teams to improve manufacturing performance.
• Support development and commercialization of new products.
• Coordinate activities with vendors, contractors, customers, and external engineering resources when required.
• Provide technical support during major process abnormalities and production challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience as a Manager, Supervisor, or Technical Expert in a manufacturing environment
• Proven success leading high-performing teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience using data to drive operational improvements and business decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans and improvement initiatives.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience within an ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 environment.
• Manufacturing process engineering or continuous improvement experience.
• TPM and equipment reliability experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, process control, and data interpretation.
• Ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

This position operates primarily within a manufacturing facility and requires significant presence on the production floor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including up to 12-hour shifts when necessary.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle materials as required.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, noise, airborne particles, and industrial chemicals.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including: Safety glasses, Hearing protection, Gloves, Respirators and Face shields, goggles, and protective coveralls as required.
• Must be available to support plant operations outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, when needed.
• Occasional travel may be required.