Plant Engineering Manager

Plant Engineering Manager

Minneapolis, United States (On-site)

$150,000 – $170,000 Benefits

An established and growing food manufacturing organization is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to lead engineering and maintenance operations at a high-volume production facility.

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving plant reliability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all engineering and maintenance functions, including staff performance and development
• Develop and execute engineering strategies to support current and future plant operations
• Own and manage the maintenance budget, identifying risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives
• Drive Reliability Excellence programs, including preventive maintenance, KPIs, and work order systems
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and process issues using systems such as SAP, Historian, and plant data tools
• Oversee capital and expense projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget
• Manage asset lifecycle, including maintenance, upgrades, and replacement strategies
• Maintain effective spare parts inventory and purchasing processes
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, quality, and corporate teams to improve plant performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and sustainability
• Serve as a key member of the HACCP and food safety team
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
• 6 years of experience in manufacturing, including at least 1 year in a leadership role
• Experience in food or high-speed manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of maintenance systems, reliability programs, and asset management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision making
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Additional Details

• Must be flexible to support plant operations, including off-hours as needed
• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more