Chief Engineer

Use our easy apply form to send your application to Christine McNamara, the Jobot Pro hosting this job. Compensation Based on Experience. Chief Engineer $115000 - $130000 per year | Valders, WI | On-site | Permanent Experienced maintenance professional needed for fast growth food manufacturer! A bit about us: The Chief Engineer is responsible for leading all maintenance and engineering functions within a high-volume food manufacturing facility. This role ensures optimal equipment reliability, production efficiency, and compliance with safety and food quality standards. The Chief Engineer will oversee maintenance teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and provide hands‑on technical expertise across electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Why join us? Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Annual bonus Generous PTO 401k with company match Job Details Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and develop the maintenance team across multiple shifts, ensuring high performance and accountability Oversee all preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and production efficiency Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and control system issues, including 3‑phase 480VAC systems, 110VAC/24VDC control circuits, and Allen‑Bradley PLCs Manage maintenance of conveyors, motors, gearboxes, plumbing systems, and plant utilities Read and interpret schematics and blueprints to diagnose issues and implement solutions Ensure compliance with all safety, food safety, and regulatory standards (GMPs, OSHA, etc.) Coordinate capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvements Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and maintenance records using MS Office tools Collaborate with production and leadership teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement Provide hands‑on support in welding, fabrication, and machining tasks as needed Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field preferred Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; bakery or food manufacturing experience strongly preferred Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience in maintenance or engineering Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including 3‑phase 480VAC, control circuits, and PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley preferred) Proficiency in welding (TIG and stick), cutting (torch, band saw, grinder, plasma), and basic fabrication Experience with drilling, milling, and machining equipment (drill press, lathe, mill) Solid knowledge of maintenance systems including electrical, controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and mechanical systems Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) Skills & Competencies Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment Hands‑on problem solver with strong troubleshooting abilities Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot’s Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr