Maintenance Engineering Team Lead — Snack Manufacturing

Torrey Holistics; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Company holidays

Career advancement opportunities and培训

Job summary

Cibo Vita in Totowa, NJ, is seeking an experienced Engineering/Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team on the production floor.

You’ll guide equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and lean improvements while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in a food manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with QA, R&D, and operations to maximize throughput.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with experience leading maintenance teams in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the maintenance/engineering team to ensure safe, reliable production.
• Direct equipment installation, maintenance, and repair to minimize downtime.
• Implement process improvements to lift quality, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Oversee capital initiatives from scoping to execution for upgrades.
• Coach and mentor staff to elevate technical capability.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Automation

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MES

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MES

Job description

About Cibo VitaInnovation fuels everything we do at Cibo Vita in Totowa, NJ. Under our Nature’s Garden brand, we craft premium, better-for-you snacks that blend quality ingredients, imaginative flavors, and functional benefits—helping people Snack With Purpose while advancing wellness and sustainability.A day in the roleYou’ll begin by aligning with your engineering mechanics crew—priorities set, safety first. From there, your day balances proactive planning and hands-on leadership:Guide and support the engineering mechanics team to sustain a safe, reliable, and efficient production floor.Direct equipment installation, maintenance, and repair to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.Apply and refine process improvements that lift product quality, reduce waste, and enhance overall manufacturing efficiency.Partner closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and R&D to troubleshoot complex issues and resolve them quickly.Build and run a robust preventive maintenance program across critical machinery and systems.Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements covering food safety, equipment standards, and environmental obligations.Oversee capital initiatives—from scoping and planning through execution—for equipment upgrades, process changes, and system enhancements.Coach, train, and mentor mechanics and plant staff to elevate technical capability across the site.Track maintenance and engineering budgets, delivering cost-effective solutions for improvements and upgrades.Champion automation, data analysis, and lean manufacturing to advance our production capabilities.Assess and recommend technologies and practices that boost operational performance and product quality.What you’ll bringBachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent hands-on technical background considered.5+ years in engineering, maintenance, or mechanic supervision within food manufacturing or a comparable industrial environment.Deep understanding of food production processes, equipment, and food safety regulations.History of successfully leading maintenance or engineering mechanic teams and managing technical projects.Expertise in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.Strong grasp of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems in manufacturing settings.Exceptional troubleshooting skills with a practical, fast-paced problem-solving approach.Clear communicator able to collaborate at all organizational levels.Familiarity with engineering design tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is a plus.Proven project management with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.Experience with sustainability practices and enthusiasm for advancements in the food industry.LocationThis position is based on-site in Totowa, NJ.Benefits & GrowthMedical, Dental, and Vision coverageLife Insurance401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Company-paid holidaysCareer advancement opportunities and training