Project Engineer – Manufacturing Job

Cafe Valley, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A bakery manufacturing company in Phoenix, AZ is searching for a Project Engineer responsible for managing capital and improvement projects. This role involves ensuring equipment and facility updates are executed safely and within budget. The ideal candidate will lead projects from concept to commissioning while collaborating with various teams. Competitive salary, bonus incentives, and comprehensive benefits are offered. Join a team dedicated to quality and efficiency in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing capital and improvement projects.
• Knowledge of bakery manufacturing operations.
• Ability to ensure projects meet food safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital and improvement projects for bakery operations.
• Lead projects from concept through commissioning.
• Collaborate with teams to implement solutions for production efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Collaboration with teams

Problem-solving

Job description

Who Is Café Valley

Since 1987, Cafe Valley has been baking smiles one cupcake, muffin, cake, and croissant at a time—putting care and craftsmanship into every product we make. Our people are the heart of our success. We’re committed to fostering a positive, team-focused workplace where collaboration, innovation, and respect are part of everyday operations—because the best baked goods come from people who love what they do. Our employees are our special ingredient. With more than 1,700 team members baking a difference every day, we operate state-of-the-art production facilities in Phoenix, AZ and Marion, IN, where quality, safety, and teamwork rise together.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive base salary and bonus incentive
• Paid time off programs
• Comprehensive benefit offering including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and ancillary programs
• Working with a great team of dedicated professionals focused on a common mission

Who You Are

The Project Engineer is responsible for managing capital and improvement projects that support bakery manufacturing operations. This role leads projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring equipment and facility improvements are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The Project Engineer collaborates closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and external vendors to implement solutions that improve production efficiency, equipment reliability, and product quality. The position also ensures all projects meet food safety, regulatory, and company standards.

Where You Will Work

Our Plant in Phoenix, AZ.