Plant Engineering Manager

Plant Engineering Manager - Greenfield Startup, Baked GoodsBased in Columbus, OH, we are a growing food manufacturing company launching a new state-of-the-art baking facility serving premium consumer food brands nationwide.We're seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to play a key leadership role in the startup, commissioning, and long-term operation of a greenfield manufacturing facility. This position will partner closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and executive leadership to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production while driving capital projects, facility infrastructure, equipment performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.Role and Responsibilities:Support facility startup activities including equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and operational readinessLead capital projects involving process equipment, utilities, infrastructure improvements, and manufacturing expansion initiativesManage facility utilities including compressed air, HVAC, boiler systems, water systems, electrical distribution, and ancillary manufacturing infrastructureDrive equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and asset management strategiesPartner with Operations, Quality, Safety, and Maintenance teams to improve production efficiency, OEE, throughput, and product qualityDevelop engineering standards, maintenance programs, SOPs, and continuous improvement initiativesLead contractor management, project execution, equipment procurement, and vendor relationshipsSupport food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence initiatives including GMP, HACCP, SQF, and BRC requirementsManage engineering budgets, capital spending, resource planning, and project financial performanceBuild and develop high-performing technical, maintenance, and engineering teams while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvementQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field5+ years of engineering, maintenance, utilities, reliability, manufacturing operations, or plant leadership experience within food manufacturing or consumer products manufacturingExperience supporting capital projects, facility expansions, commissioning, or startup operationsKnowledge of manufacturing utilities, facility infrastructure, production equipment, and maintenance systemsExperience managing maintenance, engineering, operations, or cross-functional technical teamsStrong understanding of food safety systems including GMP, HACCP, SQF, or BRCExperience operating in high-volume manufacturing environmentsStrong leadership, problem-solving, project management, and communication skillsBenefitsBase Salary Between $140-170kGenerous PTO/Vacation Package401(k) w/MatchMedical, Dental, Vision - STD/LTD, Life Insurance etc.Domestic Travel up to 25%, International as needed