Plant Engineer

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