Description

Sr Program manager Industrial Capital Equipment Nashville, TN

Position Summary

The Sr Program Manager is responsible for leading capital equipment initiatives, overseeing maintenance programs, and ensuring operational reliability across manufacturing assets. This role plays a critical part in aligning equipment performance with production goals, safety standards, and cost-efficiency targets. The ideal candidate brings strong project management capabilities, maintenance expertise, and a strategic approach to budgeting and asset lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities: Project Management

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of equipment installation, upgrades, and replacement projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, timelines, and resource needs.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards during project execution.

Maintenance Operations

• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Implement maintenance strategies aligned with lean manufacturing and TPM principles.
• Monitor KPIs such as MTTR, MTBF, and maintenance costs; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for accurate tracking and reporting.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop and manage annual budgets for maintenance operations and capital equipment projects.
• Track and report on maintenance and project expenditures, ensuring alignment with financial targets.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through process optimization, vendor negotiations, and equipment standardization.
• Conduct ROI analysis for capital investments and maintenance initiatives.
• Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to ensure accurate forecasting and cost control.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and project engineers.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Conduct training and development programs to enhance team capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (or related field); Master's preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing, with a focus on equipment projects and maintenance.
• Proven track record in managing capital projects, maintenance teams, and budgets.
• Strong knowledge of CMMS systems, reliability engineering, and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP PM or other ERP systems for maintenance and asset management.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.