When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain, CEO

Overview

This position will oversee the scope, schedule and budget of major capital projects for any of our USA locations. They will work with the Corporate Engineering team, external engineering firms and contracting crews on site to oversee the construction and installation of process equipment as well as establish specifications for contract work and oversees implementation.

Join the Teknor Apex Team and you will enjoy many perks and benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule. In office on Tuesday and Thursday work from home Monday, Wednesday, & Friday!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision with extremely LOW deductibles
• Low-cost insurance plan - 85% paid by the company
• Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums
• Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program – earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products

Main Duties or Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes and schedules project work
• Prepares project budget and measures progress
• Reviews and approves purchase requisitions
• Prepares and presents project status to senior managers
• Locates sources for equipment, contractors, and supplies
• Manage external contract engineering and construction contractors.
• Responsible for personal and site safety performance
• Performs additional responsibilities as needed
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Automates processes in manufacturing

Skills & Experience or Qualifications:

• Computer literate and knowledgeable in CAD and Project Software
• Ability to solve problems through new procedures, systems, design modifications or recommending alternative equipment.
• Track record of managing the installation of automated production lines.
• Track record of past success in managing individual capital projects in excess of $3 MM
• Track record of managing multiple capital projects in various stages of completion.
• Proven ability to mentor less experienced project managers and engineers.
• 7-10 years of experience in Project Management/Plant Engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in equipment design and installation of plastic processing / compounding environment is preferred but not required.
• Four year degree or equivalent experience in a field of study such as Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Controls, Process, Computer Systems etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform duties under specific time requirements
• Ability to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

Travel Requirement

• 30-50% depending on project and planning