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Engineering Manager

Jefferson Wells USA
Battle Creek, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026
Our client, a leading manufacturing organization specializing in food production, is seeking an Engineering Manager to join their team. As an Engineering Manager, you will be part of the Plant Leadership supporting the manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Engineering Manager

Location: Michigan

Pay Range:$140,000 - $165,000

What's the Job?

  • Lead the Plant Engineering function to ensure all equipment, facilities, and systems operate safely and efficiently.
  • Partner with Operations Leaders to implement continuous improvement activities that enhance performance metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Support and maintain food safety and quality practices in compliance with SQF standards.
  • Develop and manage the facility capital budget, ensuring projects meet financial requirements and deliver expected return on investment.
  • Provide technical and business leadership to meet short and long-term manufacturing goals, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

What's Needed?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field is mandatory for all leadership roles.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in CPG or food manufacturing sectors.
  • Proven leadership experience in engineering, maintenance, production, or continuous improvement roles.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, process measurement, control, troubleshooting, and engineering principles.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills with a focus on problem-solving and process improvement.

What's in it for me?

  • Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.
  • Bonus opportunity of 17% based on performance.
  • Generous PTO of 176 hours to support work-life balance.
  • Relocation assistance available to support your transition.
  • Opportunity to work at a historic plant producing iconic cereal brands in a community-focused environment.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Insurance
  • 401(k), Plus Match
  • Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

Salary : $140,000 - $165,000

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