Plant Engineering Leader II, Dairy Operations

Leprino Foods Company; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing & 401(k) plan

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager II to lead Engineering and Maintenance teams in a state-of-the-art facility. You will drive safe, reliable plant operations, manage capital projects, and coordinate with Production for optimized maintenance and engineering support.

The role requires 12+ years in food manufacturing and 5+ years of people leadership, with expertise in SAP and related systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in food manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of progressive people leadership experience.
• Proficiency with standard computer tools and SAP or similar manufacturing systems.
• Prior people leadership experience guiding plant Maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and guide the Engineering and Maintenance teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Plan, write, and oversee capital projects including facility construction, equipment upgrades, and energy improvements.
• Prepare the annual engineering budget and shape multi-year capital programs.
• Coordinate with Production to adjust maintenance schedules and engineering support as demand shifts.
• Create project documentation, operating procedures, and training materials for new systems.
• Lead safety efforts within Engineering and Maintenance and reinforce safe behaviors.
• Ensure teams have tools and training to perform work safely and accurately.
• Maintain strong working relationships across the plant and monitor improvements against plans.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic planning

Safety culture

Education

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

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Leprino Foods Company in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager II to lead Engineering and Maintenance teams in a state-of-the-art facility. You will drive safe, reliable plant operations, manage capital projects, and coordinate with Production for optimized maintenance and engineering support.

The role requires 12+ years in food manufacturing and 5+ years of people leadership, with expertise in SAP and related systems.