Lead Plant Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Plant Engineer

Job Location/Shift: 6am - 2:30pm

Job Salary: Up to $165k DOE 

Requirements: 5+ years of engineering experience in a high speed packaging facility focused on maintenance and automation 

Our facility is Commerce today and moving to La Mirada in July

Who We Are

We are a premier, mission-driven food manufacturing organization dedicated to nourishing communities across California. While we produce over 35 million meals annually, we are currently in our most exciting phase of growth: a total facility transition and a massive leap into production automation.

We aren't looking for a "caretaker" to keep old machines running-we need an architect. With our move to a brand-new facility in La Mirada this July, you will have the rare opportunity to help lead a plant startup. You'll have the autonomy to set up equipment, refine workflows, and integrate cutting-edge robotics (Chef Robotics) the way you've always wanted. For an engineer who lives for the "startup" phase and wants to put their thumbprint on a world-class automated facility, this is your sandbox.

What You Will Do

• Architect the Startup: Play a lead role in the July transition to La Mirada, overseeing equipment installation, commissioning, and the optimization of new production lines.

• Lead the Robotics Evolution: Serve as the internal expert for our robotics integration, ensuring advanced automated systems are seamlessly woven into our high-speed environment.

• Build the Blueprint: Implement a "from-scratch" Preventive Maintenance program within our CMMS, establishing the reliability standards that will define the new facility.

• Direct Technical Teams: Lead and mentor a team of technicians, fostering a culture that prioritizes technical precision, Root Cause Analysis, and "smart" maintenance.

• Optimize Uptime: Drive OEE by troubleshooting complex PLC systems (Allen-Bradley) and ensuring every line is tuned for maximum efficiency.

What You Need for This Job

• Experience: 5+ years of maintenance leadership in high-volume food manufacturing; startup or facility-move experience is a major plus.

• Automation Mastery: Expert PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley) and a deep understanding of robotics, pneumatics, and high-speed conveyors.

• Leadership: A hands-on mentor who excels at coaching technicians through complex technical hurdles on the floor.

• Communication: Bilingual in English and Spanish is required to lead and coordinate with our diverse staff.

• Education: College degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) or a related technical field.

Benefits

• Vacation/PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with employer match
• Bonus
• Relocation
  
   

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