Plant Engineering Manager
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or another technical field is required.
- A minimum of five years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
- A minimum of five years of management experience is required.
- Ensure Engineering and Maintenance staff properly design, maintain, and repair equipment while adhering to corporate quality and safety standards.
- Prepare the annual Engineering and Maintenance budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
- Pursue technologies to improve safety, product quality, plant profitability, and operating efficiencies.
- Direct the activities of the Maintenance Supervisors, monitor plant performance from a maintenance perspective, and redirect Maintenance efforts or assign Engineering assistance as needed.
- Ensure that the Maintenance and Engineering Department is properly organized, staffed, and equipped to support plant operations on a 24-hour-per-day basis.
- Ensure that ISO procedures for the Maintenance and Engineering Department are implemented and properly documented.
- Act as the liaison with Corporate Engineering, Research and Development, and Corporate Process Development.
- Ensure ongoing development and upgrading of departmental skills by scheduling vendor training sessions, specialized classes, seminars, and similar development activities.
- Drive employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
- Instill an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute and positively impact the company.
About the company
Knauf Insulation manufactures and distributes insulation materials for buildings, serving construction firms, architects, and building owners in more than 40 countries. Its products include glass mineral wool, rock mineral wool, and wood wool, which provide thermal and acoustic insulation and help improve energy efficiency in construction projects. The company’s operation combines manufacturing with distribution, focusing on meeting environmental standards and certifications such as BREEAM, LEED, and WELL. Its differentiators include a long track record (over 40 years), a global reach, and a commitment to sustainability and standards-driven solutions. The goal is to be a dependable partner in the insulation industry while continuously advancing concepts and solutions for energy efficiency and responsible building practices.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Visé, Belgium
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 carbon calculator supports LEED, BREEAM, and Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard sales.
- The £180 million Shotton plant promises 137 direct jobs and 100,000-ton annual output.
- North Wales Growth Deal approved £14.4 million, reducing financing friction for Deeside expansion.
What critics are saying
- Flintshire planning still needs final construction approval; 2028 start slips hurt growth.
- Matt Parrish exits Knauf Insulation North America in June 2026, risking execution drift.
- Johns Manville's 2024 patent victory shows Knauf can lose costly intellectual-property fights.
What makes Knauf Insulation unique
- June 2026 carbon calculator ties U-values and embodied carbon to EPDs.
- Knauf's 2024 Uzbekistan acquisition adds low-CO2 rock mineral wool capacity.
- The UK-first formaldehyde-free fiberglass portfolio strengthens brand trust and specifier pull.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Fertility Treatment Support
- Family Planning Benefits
- Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Family Leave
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays