Plant Engineer

Gables Search Group; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group seeks a Plant Engineer in Wilson, North Carolina to lead the maintenance and engineering department in a high-performing food manufacturing plant. You will be responsible for maintaining superior equipment performance and ensuring smooth product flow on production lines.

You will create and execute advanced maintenance systems, including Preventive and Predictive Maintenance and TPM, leading capital projects from inception to completion while upholding safety and food-safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university, with at least 8 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in team management/development or project leadership.
• Advanced technical skills in mechanical/electrical fields and experience in resource planning in a large manufacturing setting.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, etc.

Responsibilities

• Own capital projects from inception to completion! You will coordinate and schedule all project elements to ensure minimal disruption to plant operations, delivering projects in a timely and cost-effective manner while maintaining safety, food safety, and environmental standards.
• Lead the development and implementation of advanced maintenance systems to maximize plant performance. You will drive initiatives like Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and other high-impact strategies, ensuring efficient scheduling to enhance task completion while minimizing downtime.
• Supervise the maintenance team by assigning tasks, enforcing policies, and guiding work assignments.
• Provide short-term solutions and long-term resolutions to daily operational challenges. Whether troubleshooting, analyzing problems, or addressing equipment malfunctions, you will ensure the plant operates smoothly with minimal recurring issues.
• Promote continuous improvement by establishing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators that gauge maintenance function success.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Teamwork

Analytical

Adaptability

Communication

Problem solving

Exposure monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Title: Plant Engineer

Location: Wilson, North Carolina

Salary: $140-172K plus bonus

As the manager of the maintenance and engineering department in a highly productive plant, you will be responsible for maintaining superior building and equipment performance. By decreasing mechanical downtime and ensuring smooth product flow, you will maintain optimal efficiency in our production lines. You will take the lead in creating and executing advanced maintenance systems, such as Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and more, propelling our plant to new levels as part of a High-Performing Manufacturing Organization. As the overseer of engineering operations, you will guarantee our facilities continue to be a cutting-edge food manufacturing environment, developing and implementing highly creative technology projects

Job Responsibilities:

• Own capital projects from inception to completion! You will coordinate and schedule all project elements to ensure minimal disruption to plant operations, delivering projects in a timely and cost-effective manner while maintaining safety, food safety, and environmental standards.
• Lead the development and implementation of advanced maintenance systems to maximize plant performance. You will drive initiatives like Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and other high-impact strategies, ensuring efficient scheduling to enhance task completion while minimizing downtime.
• Supervise the maintenance team by assigning tasks, enforcing policies, and guiding work assignments. Your organizational and planning skills ensure efficient and safe completion of work.
• Provide short-term solutions and long-term resolutions to daily operational challenges. Whether troubleshooting, analyzing problems, or addressing equipment malfunctions, you will ensure the plant operates smoothly with minimal recurring issues.
• Promote continuous improvement by establishing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators that gauge maintenance function success. Your insights on equipment reliability, supplier performance, and overall equipment effectiveness are vital for maintaining peak performance throughout the plant.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university, with at least 8 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in team management/development or project leadership.
• Strong leadership, planning, teamwork, analytical, and adaptability skills.
• Advanced technical skills in mechanical/electrical fields and experience in resource planning in a large manufacturing setting.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, etc.
• Ability to use exposure monitoring equipment, interpret results, and communicate findings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Clear and concise communication skills in both written and oral formats.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, along with excellent interpersonal, technical, and presentation skills.