Director of Engineering

Initiate and Coordinate Major Projects

Planning and Coordinating Capital Plan

Ensures the engineering team works cohesively across all departments.

Director, Engineering oversees the development and implementation of the manufacturing processes to maintain production capability, capacity to support corporate business objectives, capital plan and continuous improvement program.

• Support MS 168 and Tier Management process to assure robust continuous improvement process.
• Form open communication channels with all associates and subordinates.
• Plan, coordinate and develop the short- and long-range capital plan for the operations group.
• Develop and maintain a capacity utilization and growth plan to assure manufacturing capabilities support corporate growth and innovation.
• Assure plan addresses the priorities in safety, quality capacity, innovation, cost improvement, property risk and physical plant.
• Coordinate plant engineering assets to best utilize talents.
• Work with plant engineering to develop, justify and implement plans.
• Support the hire, training, and development of engineering.
• Assure identification of best practices and equipment are utilized across all plants.
• Analyze data, identify trends, recommend improvements in the key metrics of OEE, ZBY and Quality.
• Establish strong lines of communication with the Plant Managers.
• Assure assets are utilized and balanced across all facilities.
• Support plant problem solving and troubleshooting when necessary.
• Establish and monitor key metrics in all functional areas.
• E.G. – Plant Layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc. Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required to support business objectives

• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office software, spreadsheets, and financial management skills;
• Proven ability to drive innovation and process improvement within engineering teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to hit timelines.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering or related technical fields.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into engineering solutions.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and guide engineering teams to success.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Employer-funded pension plan
• $155,000 to $195,000 per year
• 401(k) plans