Plant Engineer

• Growing, Innovation-Focused Food Business.
• Collaborative Culture with Career Development Opportunities.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing food manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, while providing employees with hands-on experience, collaborative teamwork, and long-term career development opportunities.

Job Description

The Plant Engineer is responsible for:

• Drive initiatives to improve plant performance, efficiency, and equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and start-up of new equipment and production assets.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and repairs with internal teams and external contractors.
• Develop, implement, and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Participate in facility upgrades, equipment modifications, and plant layout improvement projects.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel and operators.
• Maintain accurate equipment documentation, maintenance records, and project files.
• Utilize CMMS software to manage work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset information.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support production objectives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.


The Successful Applicant

A successful Plant Engineer should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, with 5+ years of plant engineering experience; or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance and engineering experience.
• Strong troubleshooting experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Motors and controls
  • Material handling and conveyor systems
  • HVAC and facility systems
• Ability to read and interpret PLC ladder logic and machine control systems.
• Experience leading equipment upgrades, process improvements, and facility improvement projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments.
• Experience within a food, beverage, consumer goods, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with CAD software for facility layouts and equipment modifications.
• Experience using CMMS platforms such as MaintainX, MP2, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, or other quality and food safety programmes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licence or equivalent certification is a plus.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 per year.
• Competitive salary package
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings programme with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Interested? Apply today

Contact

Brinn Borowsky

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