Job Opportunities | Buford, GA | Strategic Talent Partners

Role Purpose
The Maintenance Supervisor will lead a team responsible for the repair, upkeep, and preventive maintenance of textile machinery, utilities, and facility systems. This role requires strong technical knowledge of textile production equipment, effective leadership, and a focus on minimizing downtime to ensure high-quality, efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and direct maintenance staff, ensuring safety, efficiency, and timely completion of work.
Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for textile machinery such as opening, carding, spinning, dyeing, and finishing systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Ensure proper calibration and alignment of equipment to maintain product quality and reduce defects.
Conduct regular inspections of production equipment to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
Maintain accurate logs, work orders, and equipment performance records.
Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate timely procurement of critical supplies.
Enforce compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and internal policies.
Train and mentor maintenance staff on textile-specific machinery, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.
Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve machine efficiency and reliability.
Support organizational change initiatives to sustain a stable and efficient operation.
Partner with manufacturing leaders to drive effective decision-making.
Ensure compliance with applicable legal, environmental, health and safety, and employment regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or degree in electrical engineering preferred.
5–6 years of maintenance experience in textile manufacturing, including at least 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of textile production machinery.
Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Experience with maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
Advanced English skills.
Strong coaching, mentoring, and team development abilities.

Experience working within a complex multinational business

About Us
We’re on a mission to become a leading U.S.-based supplier of critical materials powering the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials support industries such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, consumer electronics, and defense. By developing a fully integrated domestic “mine-to-magnet” supply chain, we’re helping to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in advanced materials manufacturing.

What You Can Expect

We’re a team of innovators, problem solvers, and collaborators who:

Build Solutions: We approach complex challenges creatively, leveraging diverse expertise to deliver world-class, sustainable results.
Deliver Quality: We execute with precision, maintaining the highest standards for safety, performance, and reliability.
Lead Responsibly: We prioritize safety, sustainability, and accountability in every decision we make.
Win Together: We value open communication, teamwork, and continuous learning to achieve shared success.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer – Finish Packaging and Automation will lead the design, operation, and optimization of finished goods packaging processes within a fast-growing advanced manufacturing environment. This position oversees automated magnetizing, handling, crating, and palletizing systems—ensuring process reliability, efficiency, and quality. You’ll play a key role in integrating automation across packaging operations while driving continuous improvement in safety, throughput, and ergonomics.

Key Responsibilities

Own the design and operation of packaging lines, automation systems, and material handling processes.
Ensure accurate, efficient, and safe packaging of finished products.
Oversee automated magnetizing, transfer, and palletizing equipment.
Maintain and update SOPs, FMEAs, and process documentation.
Collaborate with maintenance on preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of automation systems.
Partner with upstream and downstream teams to integrate automation solutions.
Participate in equipment selection, FAT/SAT, and vendor management.
Monitor quality and performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities.
Train operators and junior engineers on equipment, automation, and safety.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
Experience in packaging operations, automation, or material handling systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
Proficiency in designing and optimizing automated packaging lines.
Familiarity with SOPs, FMEAs, and quality metrics for packaging processes.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Experience managing equipment procurement, vendors, and operator training.
Demonstrated focus on continuous improvement and process excellence.

Who We Are:
We are an emerging U.S.-based manufacturer focused on building a vertically integrated supply chain for high-value materials essential to clean energy, mobility, and national security. Our mission is to strengthen domestic production capacity by combining advanced technologies, efficient processes, and sustainable practices across every stage of the operation — from raw materials to finished products.

What You Can Expect:

We’re pioneers, problem solvers, and team players dedicated to:

Building Solutions: Tackling complex technical challenges with creativity, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Delivering Quality: Moving fast while maintaining top-tier standards for safety, precision, and performance.
Leading Responsibly: Operating with integrity, accountability, and sustainability at the core of all we do.
Winning Together: We value teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement in pursuit of our shared goals.

Job Summary:

The Process Engineer – Furnaces will lead the design, operation, and optimization of furnace-based thermal processes in a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing environment. This includes hydrogen decrepitation (HD), vacuum sintering, post-sintering heat treatment, and grain boundary diffusion processes. The role focuses on maximizing efficiency, safety, and product quality through tight control of temperature, atmosphere, and cooling systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and optimize furnace process parameters to ensure consistent product quality and yield.
Oversee installation, startup, and qualification of furnace systems (vacuum, gas delivery, water cooling, safety interlocks).
Create and maintain SOPs, PFMEAs, and control plans for all furnace operations.
Monitor process data and implement corrective actions for deviations or nonconformances.
Partner with Facilities and EHS teams on safety systems, including hydrogen management and emergency protocols.
Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with vendors on equipment design, maintenance, and spare parts planning.
Support R&D and Quality teams in trials, new materials qualification, and metallurgical evaluations.
Drive process capability metrics and support automation for repeatability and reliability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
3–5 years of experience in furnace operations, thermal processing, or vacuum sintering.
Strong background in process modeling, SPC, and data-driven problem solving.
Proven ability to troubleshoot issues with temperature, atmosphere, or process control.
Familiarity with safety and quality standards in materials or manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience with process optimization and equipment reliability programs.
Effective communicator who thrives in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (advanced degree preferred).

• Experience in packaging operations, automation, or material handling systems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.

• Proficiency in designing and optimizing automated packaging lines.

• Familiarity with SOPs, FMEAs, and quality metrics for packaging processes.

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Experience managing equipment procurement, vendors, and operator training.

• Demonstrated focus on continuous improvement and process excellence.

Who We Are
We are an emerging advanced-materials manufacturer focused on building a fully integrated U.S. supply chain for critical minerals and magnetic components that power clean energy, mobility, electronics, and defense applications. Our mission is to strengthen domestic production capability through innovation, efficiency, and sustainable manufacturing practices that support next-generation technologies.

What You Can Expect

We’re a team of pioneers, problem solvers, and collaborators who:

Build Solutions: Tackle complex technical challenges with creativity, cross-functional collaboration, and practical innovation.
Deliver Quality: Move quickly while maintaining top-tier standards for precision, safety, and reliability.
Lead Responsibly: Operate with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to sustainable practices.
Win Together: Communicate openly, share knowledge, and continuously improve as a unified team.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer – Micro-Machining will lead the design, operation, and optimization of precision micro-machining processes within a rapidly growing advanced-manufacturing environment. This role oversees high-volume slicing, shaping, and finishing of magnet materials, ensuring strict dimensional tolerances, superior surface quality, and stable, repeatable performance. The position is key to developing robust processes that support quality, efficiency, and reliable downstream operations in a dynamic, high-growth production setting.

Key Responsibilities

Own process design, setup, and optimization for all micro-machining equipment.
Ensure small components meet dimensional, surface-finish, and edge-preparation requirements.
Implement and maintain automation systems to maximize throughput and minimize handling.
Oversee pre-inspection cleaning, tumbling, slicing, grinding, and chamfering operations.
Maintain and update SOPs, process documentation, and FMEAs.
Partner with Maintenance to implement preventive maintenance and resolve equipment issues.
Monitor quality metrics and SPC data to ensure consistent process control.
Participate in equipment procurement, FAT/SAT, and vendor evaluations.
Train operators and junior engineers on machining methods, inspection standards, and safety protocols.
Collaborate with downstream teams to ensure parts meet coating and finishing specifications.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
Experience in micro-machining, precision component manufacturing, or related processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in SPC and data-driven process improvement.
Proficiency with diamond-abrasive slicing and grinding or other high-precision machining methods.
Knowledge of dimensional tolerances, surface-finish standards, and precision inspection techniques.
Familiarity with SOPs, process documentation, FMEAs, and quality-control systems.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with automation, part handling, and operator training is a plus.