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Plant Engineer

The Folger Coffee Company
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Your Opportunity as the Plant Engineer Be responsible and accountable for day-to-day tasks include determining standards and policies for installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection, and maintenance, inspecting plant and machinery to ensure optimum performance, directing the maintenance of plant buildings and equipment, scheduling, and planning production activities at the facility. This person should have a keen eye for detail and the ability to interface across disciplines and at all levels. Location: Gentilly, LA Work Arrangements: 100% on-site, Monday to Friday with flexibility to work off shifts, weekends and holidays when necessary. In this Role You Will: Lead Engineering Organization Responsible for coaching and development of the engineering team including setting objectives, conducting performance appraisals, providing career coaching, cultural development, and ongoing performance management. Capital Management Cultivate a positive working environment and model top safety and quality principles across the organization. Deliver projects to support safety, quality and sustainability expectations. Manage relationships with key suppliers, including capital equipment, engineering and construction. Interfaces with TSO and Chief Plant Engineering to prioritize work and allocate resources. Own and manage plant Capital Budget. Track Capital spending against budget and manage accordingly. Develop the plant 5 Year Capital Plan. Work includes establishment, maintenance, forecasting and reporting Capital needs. Work with Finance, Operations, and Technical Services Organization to ensure plans align with the Plant and SBA Masterplans. Initiative & Project Management Lead the Initiative Management (IM) Pillar for the plant including implementation of IM tools and coaching/development of plant resources. Support SBA and Company efforts in design and improvement of corporate project management systems including IM Pillar team efforts. Ensure effective and efficient execution of projects across the plant. Lead projects directly as required. In conjunction with SBA and Corporate engineering resources select appropriate strategies for major Projects. Manage project Capital and Expense spending. Ensure finance standards are being followed by project and start up leaders. Ensure proper purchasing standards are followed during the execution of equipment specifications and requisitions. Analyze spend trends and use date to improve systems. Ensure successful project start-ups using IM tools including development of equipment standards & specifications, Factory Acceptance Testing protocol and Commissioning protocol. Coach engineering resources and project startup leaders. Participate in and provide technical feedback for new initiatives and product development. Partner with R&D in new product development to ensure successful engineering and equipment selection to deliver required process transformations. Property, Buildings and Facilities Ownership Maintain property records for site including titles, deeds, and surveys. Manage document preparations for permits and permit records. Develop and maintain facilities master plans for maintenance (structural integrity) and improvements including communal areas, roofs, HVAC, plumbing, sewers, floors, etc. Manage interface with Company Risk Management Manager and Insurance Provider (currently FM Global). Manage the utilities department and systems at the plant. Ensure proper maintenance of all utility’s equipment including the use of appropriate Operations Excellence standards and PSM requirements. Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Ownership Lead the development of the plant BCP to address personnel, property, facility, utility, and equipment needs after a business interruption. Own the plant BCP ongoing and make updates and revisions, as necessary. Provide Technical Safety, Environmental and Sustainability Leadership Provide input to technical safety programs (Process, Combustion, Pressure Vessel, Fire, and Thermal & Electrical). Ensure all projects meet tech safety and environmental requirements through coordination with and audits by the Plant HS&E Leader. Work with Sustainability Leader(s) on efforts to meet sustainability goals including energy, water, and waste reduction. The Right Role for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. What We are Looking For: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering At least 5 years of engineering experience Capital project management experience Experience in one or more of the following technologies: process/making equipment, packaging equipment, process controls, facilities engineering, and/or new plant construction and start-up Experience leading and coaching technical leaders SQMS, TPM, Lean, Six Sigma or other experience with the implementation of High Performing Work Systems is required Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize appropriately Strong interpersonal and communication skills Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Previous people management experience Previous plant experience Food or Beverage industry experience Work Environment This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be loud. Learn More About Working at Smucker   Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose  Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All  Follow us on LinkedIn® #LI-TJ1 #INDSA We are a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to making food people and pets love while supporting all those who count on our business. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, promote their development and growth and ensure effective collaboration and continued productivity to drive the success of our organization. You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work and become your best professional self. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee holistically by meeting their physical, emotional and financial needs through: Our Total Rewards benefits Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization. We are taking meaningful steps to enhance the inclusivity of our workplace and the diversity of our organization. Learn more We believe success is driving business growth while also helping those associated with our Company thrive. Learn more The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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