The position is responsible for providing strategic and hands-on leadership for all engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities, and technical operations within the organization. It ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of manufacturing equipment, facility infrastructure, and engineering systems while driving continuous improvement, project execution, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The role serves as the key engineering leader, aligning local operations with organizational standards and business objectives while developing high-performing engineering teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
You will: 

• Lead and develop engineering, maintenance, and facilities teams to achieve operational, safety, and business objectives.
• Manage workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, employee development, and technical training programs.
• Oversee engineering, maintenance, utilities, and facilities operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.
• Direct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for production equipment, utilities, facility infrastructure, and building systems.
• Improve equipment reliability and operational performance through root cause analysis, reliability-centered maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and support for manufacturing operations, equipment-related challenges, investigations, and operational improvement projects.
• Lead capital and operational projects including equipment acquisition, automation, facility upgrades, utility improvements, and expansion initiatives.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and resource planning to support organizational growth and investment decisions.
• Develop engineering specifications, project scopes, and procurement requirements for equipment, materials, and technical services.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, occupational health and safety, quality management, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness and oversee engineering records, calibration activities, validation programs, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Manage departmental budgets, including CAPEX and OPEX planning, forecasting, monitoring, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Review and negotiate technical contracts, project agreements, and vendor engagements to ensure cost-effectiveness and service quality.
• Develop and implement engineering standards, policies, procedures, and best practices that support operational excellence.
• Review and approve technical documents, engineering drawings, specifications, and reports as required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to support strategic initiatives and organizational goals.

 QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

• You must have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. A master’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field, as well as project management certification, is highly preferred.
• You must be a licensed Professional Engineer, preferably a Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer.
• You must have at least 10 years of progressive experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities, manufacturing operations, or related technical functions.
• You must have substantial leadership experience managing engineering, maintenance, or facilities teams.
• You must have experience within regulated manufacturing environments such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, dental products, electronics, or similar industries.
• You must have proven expertise in engineering operations, maintenance management, facilities management, utilities, and capital project execution.
• You must have strong knowledge of quality management systems, ISO standards, occupational health and safety requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• You must have experience with SAP PM, CMMS platforms, or similar maintenance management systems.
• You must have strong financial and business acumen, including budget management, cost control, resource planning, and investment evaluation.
• You must have strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• You must demonstrate the ability to develop engineering strategies, drive operational improvements, and build high-performing technical teams.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 5 pm.

Work Setup: Onsite – Lipa City, Batangas

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will:

• Support Sales teams during customer visits by representing and enforcing the WCEA Total System Approach and delivering technical expertise on closure systems.

• Independently consult with customers and the sales force to recommend optimized closure systems, capping solutions, and processing conditions aligned with AWCEA standards.

• Manage the Customer Service function, including directing and supervising Service Engineers to ensure high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Lead and support customer complaint handling, including technical investigation, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Initiate and prepare leasing and sales quotations and contracts for sealing equipment, peripherals, and spare parts.

• Conduct training programs for customer line personnel and internal employees on closure systems, capping operations, and food processing, emphasizing the Total System Approach.

• Perform product application services, including examination of product samples, coordination with external laboratories, and preparation of conclusive technical reports.

• Define and maintain closure profiles , capping parameters, and processing condition documentation in line with company standards.

• Conduct process evaluations and optimization activities, including pressure and temperature measurements, line analysis, and efficiency improvements at customer facilities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to address system weaknesses in collaboration with internal departments and maintain technical knowledge databases.

• Initiate and support trial orders and product development activities to improve product performance and processing conditions.

• Manage and support customer-driven projects related to closure systems and product optimization.

• Handle internal and external claims involving technical aspects, including site visits, investigation, reporting, and coordination with relevant departments.

• Install, commission, and maintain capping machines, including performing trial runs and ensuring operational readiness at customer sites.

• Provide preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support on capping machines and related equipment.

• Train customers on proper machine operation, maintenance, and best practices to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.

• Recommend solutions and improvements for customer production lines, including layout optimization for efficiency and ease of maintenance.

• Conduct machine overhauls, reconditioning, and upgrades for existing equipment.

• Maintain and update pricing for machines, auxiliary equipment, and spare parts, as well as customer equipment databases.

• Build and maintain relationships with packaging material and machinery suppliers to support innovation and technical advancement.

• Report key market insights, product developments, and process innovations to management.

• Deliver internal and external technical training sessions and presentations on capping applications, food processing, and packaging performance.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a fitter, mechanic, or in a similar technical/service role.

• Demonstrated experience in field service, equipment maintenance, and customer-facing technical support.

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, packaging, or food processing operations is preferred.

• Packaging or bottling industry experience preferred but not required, with any manufacturing experience acceptable.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and recommend practical, effective solutions.

• Experience in managing service teams or coordinating technical personnel is an advantage.

• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to communicate professionally and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and "right-first-time" execution.

• Ability to anticipate customer needs and deliver high-quality service outcomes.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and report-writing skills.

• Willingness to travel frequently for customer visits, installations, and service activities.

Work Shift: Morning Shift

Work setup: Onsite, Laguna