Plant Engineer - Printing

Job Details

Job Location:

American Fuji Seal BTN - Bardstown, KY 40004
Position Type:
Full Time
Salary Range: $84,150.00 - $99,000.00

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: 1st Shift
Job Category:
Engineering

The Plant Engineer is responsible for partnering with other members of the Production Engineering and Maintenance team to use his/her knowledge and expertise in maintaining the mechanical and electrical control systems, machinery, and equipment to ensure the smooth production function and operation of printing presses and associated equipment.

• Work collaboratively with Maintenance and Electrician team on day-to-day problems such as equipment breakdowns or supporting ongoing projects within the facility.
• Participates in the design and development of supplementary processes or equipment with Engineering Team; able to fully support the electrical installation of new equipment and mechanically when needed.
• Should be able to work with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) in Flexible printing industry.
• Good knowledge of Industrial Automation Products like Drives, PLC, SCADA from major suppliers like Siemens & Rexroth.
• Ability to understand Electrical, pneumatic and mechanical Schematics for both troubleshooting and designing for new internal control systems.
• Possesses basic capability in PLC or equivalent software for machine control and communication among machines, HMI, and other components. Experience in LabVIEW programming, VFD’s and Ladder-Logic programming is a plus.
• Works with state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with EPA and OSHA regulations with regards to equipment installations and/or other facility processes; ensures projects meet legal requirements, environmental directives, and health and safety requirements.
• Evaluate current equipment/mechanical and electrical installations for issues, work with Production teams on scheduling repairs and preventative maintenance measures if necessary.
• Supports any efforts to maintain high-quality standards as defined by BRC and other plant-wide initiatives to help the parent-company, local company, and the department.

• Adaptability:
  Responds effectively to change, shifting priorities, and evolving business and customer needs. Anticipates challenges and adjusts strategies to deliver timely, informed, and solution-oriented responses. Confronts obstacles with courage and resilience, learns from setbacks, and remains forward-focused in dynamic environments, aligning decisions with organizational values and expectations.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works effectively across teams, departments, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals and deliver value to internal and external customers. Builds respectful, professional relationships grounded in trust. Integrates diverse perspectives, addresses conflict constructively, and fosters an inclusive team environment. Shares knowledge, supports others' development, and contributes to sustained organizational growth.
• Engagement:
  Connects daily work to the company's broader vision and long-term success. Maintains a customer-first mindset, anticipating and addressing internal and external customer needs with professionalism and care. Contributes innovative ideas, embraces feedback, and seeks opportunities for continuous improvement. Approaches responsibilities with energy, purpose, and a commitment to sustainable value creation.
• Integrity:
  Communicates clearly, respectfully, and transparently in both verbal and written interactions. Actively listens, asks clarifying questions, and engages in constructive dialogue – even in difficult conversations – to build trust. Demonstrates respect for diverse perspectives and cultures. Upholds company policies and ethical standards, and maintains a strong safety-first mindset, leading by example to ensure a compliant and secure work environment.
• Ownership:
  Demonstrates independent judgment and personal accountability in delivering high-quality results. Takes ownership of decisions, deadlines, and outcomes with minimal oversight. Prioritizes effectively, manages time and resources…