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Watts Water Technologies · 5 hours ago

Manager, Project Engineering & Maintenance

Woodland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$128K/yr - $138K/yr

5+ years exp

Watts Water Technologies is dedicated to providing safe, clean water for the world and protecting the planet's resources. They are seeking a Manager for Project Engineering & Maintenance to lead a cross-functional technical team, drive equipment reliability, and oversee project execution at their Woodland site.

Building Materials

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Participate in Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Daily Management meetings to escalate issues, communicate priorities, and ensure cross-functional alignment

Support daily problem-solving and resource allocation discussions in collaboration with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain

Use Visual Project Management tools such as Obeya Rooms and Kanban Boards to track and communicate project progress

Provide timely and structured project updates to Plant Leadership during daily and weekly site leadership meetings

Own and implement a robust Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) system with a focus on: PM Schedule Adherence, MTTR / MTBF, Spare Parts Availability

Improve plant OEE by reducing unplanned downtime and improving equipment startup and changeover performance

Ensure CMMS is updated and used to track PM completion, breakdown root cause, and long-term corrective actions

Lead reliability improvement and productivity projects using: Tooling and fixturing improvements, Custom fabrication, Test Stand optimization, Equipment upgrades and refurbishment

Develop project plans with clear deliverables, milestones, risk plans, and budget controls

Track and report Project Milestone On-Time Delivery and Productivity (CAPEX) Spend monthly

Oversee or support facilities upgrades, layout changes, and SIOR projects

Collaborate with external contractors, equipment integrators, and vendors for capital installations, automation integration, and facilities enhancements

Ensure safe execution of all vendor and contractor activity in compliance with EHS protocols

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing MaintenanceCMMS ProficiencyProject ManagementTPM ImplementationAutomation SystemsCross-Functional LeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingDetail-Oriented

Required

Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or engineering leadership

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent years of demonstrated technical experience

Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fiberoptic systems

Proficiency with CMMS, CAD, and exposure to PLC logic and industrial controls

Experience leading cross-functional technical teams in a manufacturing environment

Strong written and verbal communication; able to present plans and progress to senior leadership

Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable

Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment

Preferred

TPM implementation experience

Project Management Experience

Experience with automation systems, integrator/vendor management

Hands-on fabrication, machining, or controls engineering background

Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and standards

Experience supervising and coaching Engineers, Maintenance technicians, and Machinists

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave

10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement

Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

Company

Watts Water Technologies

Glassdoor3.6

We are a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings.

Founded in 1874

Springfield, Missouri, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.suntouch.com/

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