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Plant Engineer

AmeriStaff Employment and Staffing Solutions

Job #: 159906 Title: Plant Engineer Location: Danville, VA Salary Range: Position: INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER Description:
AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions is currently seeking a Plant Engineer for a leading manufacturing facility in Danville, VA. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical professional with strong mechanical aptitude, proven leadership experience, and a passion for process improvement and innovation.

Benefits & Schedule for the Plant Engineer:

  • Full-time, on-site position located in Danville, VA
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Opportunity to work for an international industry leader producing sustainable, high-performance materials
  • Career growth potential within a global organization
Responsibilities of the Plant Engineer:

Site Technical Leadership
  • Serve as the primary technical resource for equipment and process inquiries
  • Analyze mechanical and process issues to recommend effective solutions
  • Develop technical skills within maintenance and operations teams
  • Oversee onboarding, staffing, and performance feedback for the Maintenance Lead
  • Collaborate with European facilities to share and implement best practices
  • Lead assigned portions of Daily 48-Hour and Weekly Operations Team meetings
  • Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for technical aspects of Complaint Handling
  • Manage, maintain, and improve IT equipment; coordinate for system support
Process & Systems Optimization
  • Develop and maintain material balances
  • Promote and sustain a strong Lean culture throughout the facility
  • Utilize Capacity Analysis, CI tools (Lean, TPM, Kaizen), and problem-solving methodologies to maximize asset utilization
  • Provide technical and business support for systems, technology, and production processes
  • Leverage automation and workflow improvements to enhance operational efficiency
Maintenance Systems Management (through the Maintenance Lead)
  • Identify and address equipment or facility-related safety risks
  • Ensure facility and equipment remain in excellent operating condition
  • Plan, schedule, and assign preventive and corrective maintenance activities
  • manage spare parts inventory and procurement
  • Lead defect handling and breakdown elimination efforts
  • Maintain relationships with equipment vendors and service partners
Capital Project Management
  • Develop and execute technical solutions that meet productivity and business goals
  • Support new product and application requirements
  • Oversee full project lifecycle, including:
    • Scope Development
    • System Design
    • Cost Estimation & Budget Management
    • Scheduling
    • Procurement
    • Installation, Commissioning & Start-Up
Requirements for the Plant Engineer:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of technical experience in project management, process engineering, systems engineering, or a similar discipline within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical skill set, analytical ability, and advanced proficiency with Excel and engineering software
  • Demonstrated experience with maintenance systems and controls
  • Highly self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
  • Excellent time-management and priority-setting skills
  • Effective team player who fosters collaboration and strong working relationships
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and operational excellence
  • #INDAI2472
Requirements: Job Type: Permanent Post Date: 04/28/2026
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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