Plant Engineering Manager - Food Manufacturer

About this opportunity

The Plant Engineering Manager oversees the electrical and mechanical systems of a manufacturing plant, from installation to troubleshooting. They are responsible for improving the plant's efficiency, upgrading to new technologies, repairing equipment, increasing production, and reducing manufacturing issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the departments of engineering, utilities, and maintenance teams with the development of strategic direction for the facility.
• Lead efforts to develop and implement safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer service throughout the functional areas you coach, as well as act as a resource and ownership driver to the rest of the facility.
• Lead the asset management program for the facility to include maximum utilization, replacement, upgrading, maintenance, and tracking.
• Own the development of technically sound innovative solutions to plant operational problems.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production on problem-solving activities, cost reduction initiatives, and performance efficiency improvements.
• Lead or assist cross-functional teams in implementing process, packaging, or infrastructure projects in support of new product introductions or internal processes to enhance production line capability (equipment efficiency, flexibility, and capacity).

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.
• 5+ years of industrial experience, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• Good analytical skills: ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems and processes.
• Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems.
• Knowledgeable in sanitary design principles and specifications.
• Committed to personal growth as well as the proven ability to lead and develop those around you to higher levels of ownership, responsibility, and service.
• Proven ability to successfully facilitate projects in a team-based environment and meet timelines.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and the ability to multi-task.