Magnera Corporation · 1 day ago
Global Head of Engineering
Old Hickory, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expMagnera Corporation is a company dedicated to providing material solutions for over 160 years. They are seeking a Global Head of Engineering who will lead the engineering strategy across their global manufacturing network, focusing on operational excellence, innovation, and digital transformation.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Lead the global strategic capital process, overseeing multi-million dollar investments in equipment, infrastructure, and technology
Align capital deployment with business priorities, innovation roadmaps, and sustaining targets
Ensure rigorous governance, ROI tracking, and post-project evaluation across all capital initiatives
Drive global standards for asset management, maintenance excellence, and reliability-centered operations
Champion predictive analytics, condition monitoring, and root cause analysis to maximize uptime and reduce cost
Embed reliability engineering into design, commissioning, and lifecycle planning
Spearhead enterprise-wide automation strategy, including robotics, process controls, and intelligent systems
Integrate OT/IT platforms to enable real-time visibility, adaptive control, and autonomous operations
Lead deployment of smart factory technologies including IoT, AI/ML, etc
Architect the digitalization roadmap for engineering and manufacturing, enabling data-driven decision-making and operational agility
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy and leverage MES, CMMS, and advanced analytics platforms and capabilities
Foster a culture of innovation through pilot programs, technology scouting, and strategic partnerships
Build and manage strategic relationships with OEMs, automation vendors, and technology partners to support global approach and leveraging scale
Participate in definition and negotiation of global contracts, co-develop solutions, and ensure vendor alignment with performance, safety, and sustainability standards
Oversee global process technology strategy, ensuring equipment capabilities support product innovation and market differentiation
Define objectives and monitor progress with Global Networks to drive implementation of Best Known Methods, benchmarking opportunities, and identified improvement initiatives with clear scorecards and impact translation
Partner with R&D and operations to scale new technologies and optimize manufacturing platforms
Define and implement a global engineering competency framework aligned with future-ready manufacturing capabilities
Build technical career paths, training programs, and certification models to upskill engineering talent
Mentor and develop high-potential engineers and technical leaders across regions
Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration
Partner with HR to integrate engineering skill development into enterprise talent strategy
Build and lead a high-performing global engineering team with strong technical and leadership capabilities
Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and commercial teams to align engineering priorities
Represent engineering in executive forums and contribute to strategic planning
Travel: approximately 25%
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor or advanced degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical). MBA a plus
15+ years of progressive engineering leadership in large-scale manufacturing, preferably in nonwovens, films, polymers, or advanced materials
Proven success in leading global capital portfolios, automation programs, and digital transformation initiatives
Deep expertise in asset management, reliability engineering, and smart manufacturing technologies
Strong executive presence, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration skills balanced with hands on approach
Experience managing global teams, matrixed organization and equipment vendors across multiple regions
Preferred
Experience in Airlaid, Spunbond, Inclined Wire, Blown and Cast Films, Film Printing, Needle punch, Roll Handling, Winding/Slitting, Automated Packaging and Warehousing, and/or Robotics desired
Company
Magnera Corporation
Magnera Corporation (NYSE: MAGN) serves 1,000+ customers worldwide, offering a wide range of material solutions, including components for absorbent hygiene products, protective apparel, wipes, specialty building and construction products, and products serving the food and beverage industry.
5001-10000 employees
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