Plant Engineer II

Plant Engineer II – Nature Works

Location:

Blair, Nebraska (Plant-Based)

Reports to:

Director of Plant Operations

We’re looking for an experienced Plant Engineer who’s ready to take ownership, drive improvements, and be a steady, positive force on the plant floor. If you enjoy solving complex problems, staying close to operations, coaching others, and steadily making things better — we want to meet you. This isn’t a role for someone looking to sit behind a desk. It’s for someone who wants to make a real difference day in and day out.

• Serve as a hands‑on technical leader in our polymer operations — troubleshooting issues, identifying root causes, and delivering practical solutions.
• Lead and support process improvements focused on yield, cost, and quality. You’ll dig into data, collaborate with operations, and implement real change.
• Provide technical coaching and leadership to the team — sharing knowledge, elevating operating discipline, and helping others succeed.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure safe, stable, and reliable operations.

• A degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in process design or operations — preferably in polymers, chemicals, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Strong technical depth and a bias for action.
• A calm, collaborative approach — able to work with operations, maintenance, and leadership effectively.
• The ability to focus on what matters, communicate clearly, and follow through.

• You want to be close to the plant — working with operators and equipment, not behind glass.
• You’re driven by technical excellence and take pride in doing things the right way.
• You like finding better ways to run things and enjoy helping others do their best work.
• You value team culture — showing up, doing the work, and supporting each other.

• Pay Range: $105,000 to $115,000 with 8% annual bonus potential.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of vacation, 3 floating holidays, and 9 company‑paid holidays.
• Family Sick Time: 6 days per year.
• 401(k) Plan: 5.5% automatic contribution plus 50% match on the first 6%.
• Insurance:
  Medical, dental, and vision.
• Disability Coverage:
  Fully paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• Day‑One Benefits:
  All benefits begin on your first day of employment.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a team that values smart work, shared goals, and mutual respect — we’d like to hear from you.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Engineering and Information Technology | Industry: Plastics Manufacturing

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