Job Description
Associate DirectorOur client is a global, multibillion dollar manufacturing conglomerate hiring out of its SC site due to growth. The business is in search of an Associate Director which will lead a team of Engineers to champion major CAPEX projects for manufacturing operations expansion.Job DescriptionLead project and process engineering efforts across equipment, automation, facility, and production improvement projects.Build, mentor, and guide a high‑performing engineering team.Develop capital project business cases and secure internal approvals.Create project schedules and deliver progress updates to leadership.Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure timely execution of project deliverables.Develop equipment specifications, RFQs, bid comparisons, and vendor negotiations.Manage installations, utilities, commissioning, and validation support activities.Oversee PFMEA development and foundational engineering processes.Support production troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.Provide CAD layouts and 3D mechanical support when required.Prepare technical reports and corrective action responses as needed.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.7-10 years of project or manufacturing engineering experience within a regulated environment.Must have a mechanical background and aptitude.Strong background in equipment design, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD layout development.Experience with plant expansion, high‑speed equipment, or automation preferred.Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and mentor junior engineers.Skilled in developing PFMEAs, timelines, and risk‑based project decisions.Hands‑on understanding of production processes such as mixing, encapsulation, bottling, and labeling.Strong communication, problem‑solving, and leadership abilities.What's on OfferCompetitive salary package commensurate with experience and seniority.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees at no cost.Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.401(k) plan with an employer match.Relocation assistance for non-local candidates.Gym membership reimbursement and a monthly allowance for the company's products.Generous PTO, volunteer time, and holiday leave.Robust training, professional development support, and clear pathways for career growth within a scaling organization.Job summary:Sector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Project / Program ManagementIndustry: Industrial / ManufacturingWhere: CharlestonContract Type: Permanent
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $150,000–$195,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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