Plant Engineer

Davita Inc.; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food solutions is seeking an engineer responsible for planning, development, design, and installation of automation systems. The role involves managing projects, improving equipment reliability, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits are offered, including health coverage and profit sharing.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Profit sharing and 401(k) matching

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Employee events and assistance programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a related engineering field.
• Experience with PLC programming and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects to budget and completion.
• Enhance production efficiency through automation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality policies.

Skills

Project Management

Lean Manufacturing

Automation

Communication

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Controls Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC Programming

Job description

Location: Chambersburg
Employment Type: Salaried

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of engineering functions of intermediate scope involving planning, development, design, and installation of equipment, processes, and automation systems. Provides technical support to meet customer needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare RFE's, obtain quotes, and estimate project costs and completion. Manage projects to budget, utilizing in-plant personnel and outside contractors for installation and completion of capital projects.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement processes for equipment reliability, including PM improvement activities, root cause analysis, downtime analysis, throughput improvement, and error proofing.
• Enhance production efficiency through automation, support production and maintenance with troubleshooting, and identify solutions to control and automation-related problems.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Safety, Quality Policies, HACCP, and other company policies and procedures.
• Maintain drawings of the facility and equipment.
• Assist the Maintenance Department with mechanical and electrical issues throughout the plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Controls Engineering, or equivalent work experience, with 3-5 years in a related field.
• Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, ABB), VFDs, Robotics, Motion control, process control systems, power transmissions, hydraulics, pneumatics, refrigeration (ammonia/Freon), welding (Arc, MIG, TIG), HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Focus on project management, safety, lean manufacturing, and automation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills and technical documentation abilities.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail. We produce products for iconic restaurants, retailers, and consumer brands. We offer comprehensive training, supportive management, a safe environment, and challenging work. Your growth is our priority, and we invest in your success.

• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage starting day one.
• Profit sharing and 401(k) matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee events and assistance programs.

Physical Demands:

Requires physical strength and dexterity, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific requirements are detailed in the job description.

Work Environment:

Shifts typically 8-12 hours, with potential after-hours and weekend work. Must wear PPE as required. May involve outdoor work, exposure to temperature extremes, chemicals, fumes, allergens, confined spaces, and heights exceeding 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Committed to a respectful, inclusive environment. We value diversity to attract talent, foster innovation, and meet customer expectations.

Ventura Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.