Senior Plant Engineer — Maintenance & TPM Leader

Key People; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Key People in Wilson, North Carolina is seeking a Plant Engineer to lead the maintenance and engineering department in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. You will drive capital projects, optimize equipment performance, and implement advanced maintenance methodologies to maximize uptime and product flow.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 8+ years of relevant experience, and 2+ years of leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of team management or project leadership is required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of capital projects from concept to completion, delivering on time and on budget with safety and quality standards.
• Lead maintenance systems development, implementing Preventive and Predictive Maintenance and TPM to maximize uptime.
• Manage the maintenance team: delegate tasks, enforce policies, and guide work assignments.
• Provide short- and long-term solutions to operational challenges to minimize downtime and disruptions.
• Develop and track KPIs for maintenance effectiveness and plant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

PLC knowledge

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Key People in Wilson, North Carolina is seeking a Plant Engineer to lead the maintenance and engineering department in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. You will drive capital projects, optimize equipment performance, and implement advanced maintenance methodologies to maximize uptime and product flow.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 8+ years of relevant experience, and 2+ years of leadership.