Plant Engineer, Food Manufacturing & Maintenance Lead

Confidential Manufacturing Company; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Illinois is seeking a Plant Engineer to oversee the Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of supervisory experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing staff, complying with food safety regulations, and budget management. This role involves strong leadership and a focus on continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance supervisor and/or maintenance manager experience.
• HACCP Certification, SQF Certification, or Food Safety Programs training preferred.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing principles, food safety, quality, and manufacturing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maintenance Department while managing equipment and maintenance staff.
• Develop metrics for department accountability regarding machine up-time.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory food and employee safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Planning

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Illinois is seeking a Plant Engineer to oversee the Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of supervisory experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing staff, complying with food safety regulations, and budget management. This role involves strong leadership and a focus on continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.