Plant Engineer
Core
Lead maintenance and engineering operations in a food manufacturing plant to optimize production, reduce downtime, and drive innovation.
Role type
Plant Engineering Manager (Maintenance & Projects)
Builds
Food manufacturing facilities and production lines for brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan's Famous
Domain
Food & Beverage Manufacturing / Industrial Maintenance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (plant operations & maintenance systems)
Required skills
Mechanical/Electrical engineering expertise, Preventive/Predictive Maintenance, TPM, Project Management, Team Leadership, KPI Development, Problem Solving, Safety Compliance
Preferred skills
PLCs, Instrumentation, Exposure monitoring equipment usage, Microsoft Office Suite
Technologies
PLCs, TPM, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Responsibilities
Manage capital projects from concept to completion; Lead implementation of maintenance systems (Preventive/Predictive, TPM); Manage and develop maintenance staff; Troubleshoot equipment failures and operational challenges; Track and drive KPIs for equipment reliability and OEE; Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities