Project Engineer

Kids for the Future; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Port City Bakery, Inc. is seeking an experienced Engineer to oversee engineering, maintenance, and technical services across six facilities. You will drive automation projects, ensure SQF and USDA compliance, and collaborate with production and leadership to improve reliability and efficiency.

The role requires strong mechanical design and project management skills, with experience in AutoCAD, Inventor, and PLC systems. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• 5 years in food manufacturing within SQF and USDA facilities.
• Strong mechanical design and process engineering in food production.
• Ability to design and implement automation systems.
• Research and present relative solutions.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with 2D AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Knowledgeable in Manufacturing Engineering methodologies.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong PM skills and ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Interest in learning new technologies and skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering, maintenance, and technical services across multi-site operations.
• Design, procure, and implement technologies to improve production processes.
• Collaborate with production, safety, quality, and continuous improvement teams.
• Manage annual budgets and capital projects exceeding $7 million.
• Ensure SQF, USDA, and BISSC compliance in design and operations.
• Oversee plant layout, process flow, and machinery commissioning.
• Travel up to 20% for vendor visits and project support.

Skills

Food manufacturing

SQF compliance

USDA facilities

Mechanical design

Automation systems

Project management

2D AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

PLC programming

Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

• Location 1326 Cornell Road,Green Bay, WI, 54313-8923,United States
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Port City Bakery, Inc. is a national leader in the food industry, built on a foundation of innovation, quality, and commitment to excellence. Since our start in 1989 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, we’ve evolved from a small retail bakery into a multi-facility operation specializing in frozen doughs, self-rising and par-baked pizza crusts, and now topped pizzas through our Pep’s Pizza Co., Bellarico, and Luige’s brands. With state-of-the-art production facilities in Wisconsin and Minnesota, and support from our in-house equipment engineers, we continue to grow and diversify. Today, with over 600 employees, we remain proud of our roots and excited for the future—one we build every day through the dedication and talent of our team.

Why Join Port City Bakery:

• Opportunity to lead projects across six manufacturing facilities


• Design equipment that is built and implemented in-house


• Drive automation and operational improvements


• Work directly with company leadership


• Growing organization with multiple brands and facilities

Position Summary:

Port City Bakery Inc is seeking an experienced and strategic Engineer to assist with all aspects of engineering, maintenance, and technical services across our multi-facility food manufacturing operations across multiple states. This role works with a diverse team including engineers, technicians and programmers, along with production, safety, quality and continuous improvement staff supporting 12 production lines across six facilities. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure high levels of reliability, safety, and compliance within a fast-paced, SQF and USDA-certified environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with a team of 60+ across engineering, maintenance, and technical functions, including Engineers, Programmers, Technicians, and Maintenance Supervisors to design, procure and implement technologies to improve our production processes.


• Assist with maintenance and reliability for 12 production lines across six facilities, including a dedicated machine shop for equipment design, build, and modification.


• Collaborate closely with production and support departments to achieve targets related to equipment uptime, waste reduction, and operational efficiency.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across all sites to enhance reliability and performance.


• Help to effectively manage, and control annual maintenance and capital budgets exceeding $7 million, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.


• Ensure compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements, including SQF, USDA and BISSC (Baking Industry Sanitation Standards Committee) standards.


• Design Conveyors, Material Handling Equipment, Presses, and other production equipment per sanitary and bakery standards of design


• Manage facilities projects ranging from Roof Work, HVAC, Building Expansions and Construction, Refrigeration, Facility Electrical, Sanitation/Waste disposal and Safety


• Implement Automation Projects for production processes. Projects may be designed in house or procured from suppliers. Manage project complete from design, procurement into implementation and long term production support.


• Work with controls engineering to integrate both mechanical and controls portions for automation and process control projects including Servo Drives, VFD, Sensors, Linear Motors, Vision Systems, Weigh checkers, Metal detectors, HMI, etc.


• Research and Mange suppliers providing equipment and automation services.


• Manage project budgets, purchase agreements, purchase orders and invoices working with accounting and operations management


• Responsible for Plant layout, Process Flow, Machinery Rigging, Material Handling


• Repair and rebuilding of used equipment and controls systems


• Travel required up to 20% of your time. Infrequent major projects can require full week travel. Vendor Visits, Support all facilities, Customer Visits, Trade shows, Education, Construction Projects

Requirements

• Prefer 5 years demonstrated experience in food manufacturing within SQF and USDA-regulated facilities. Will consider candidates with strong engineering and project management skills to train in our industry requirements.


• Strong understanding of mechanical design and process engineering used in food production environments.


• Ability to design and implement automation systems


• Ability to research and present all relative solutions.


• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills. The ability to bring together vendors and suppliers to team with in-house resources to complete a project from start to finish.


• Proficiency with 2D AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor 3D design software.


• Knowledgeable in Design for Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering methodologies.


• Working knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.


• Must have strong project management skills


• Interest in learning new technologies and skills and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.


• Strong people skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization to research, plan and implement projects.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Ammonia and Freon-based refrigeration/freezing systems.


• Knowledge of building construction including HVAC, roofing, electrical, plumbing, sanitation, and fire prevention and security systems. Previous experience managing construction projects and contractors is very desirable.