AOC is a leading global manufacturer of unsaturated polyester resins, vinyl ester resins, and other solutions for applications in Coatings & Protective Barriers, Colorants & Visual Effects, Adhesives, and Conventional Composite Resins. We operate facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. We currently have an opening for a Plant Engineer.

Position Summary

· This position is accountable for the proposal, justification, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and training related to projects in all areas of the plant.

· Assists in developing Energy Management Program, ways to minimize consumption of utilities and waste heat recovery.

· Manage the plant maintenance department to ensure continuous improvement in cost effectiveness and efficiency, secure operation of all equipment and systems.

· Implements processes/procedures and develops staff to eliminate downtime in all areas of the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide overall direction, training and supervision to maintenance staff and outside contractors
- Responsible for ensuring safe work practices of personnel, proper management of resources, quality services and ensuring business objectives are achieved
- Establish maintenance routines and procedures
- Plan, budget, schedule and co-ordinate capital projects
- Provide manufacturing engineering services to site
- Ensure environmental and HS&E; audit compliance




- Responsible for management of departmental budget including budget preparation and cost control
- Play an essential role in the health & safety and quality audit process
- Work with other engineers, production teams, technicians, and contractors to achieve operational goals.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or related field
- Minimum of five years of progressive management experience in a manufacturing environment in maintenance, and plant engineering
- Must have demonstrable project/management skills coupled with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be a strong planner, well organized, able to handle conflicting priorities and have experience in managing manufacturing contractors and technical staff
- Must possess a sound technical knowledge in applicable engineering principles/codes such as TSSA, CSA and ESA
- Must be knowledgeable of all environment and safety issues and related legislation.
- Excellent computer skills and experience managing all aspects of a CMMS

- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S and Kaizen
- Strong problem-solving, leadership and technical skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Plant Engineer (Guelph)
🏢 AOC Resins and Coatings
📍 Guelph