Plant Engineer

General Description

MGK has 100+ years of experience focusing on sustainable and environmentally conscious ways to protect families and crops from pests around the world, using our synthetic and certified organic, botanically based pesticide products. The primary purpose of the Plant Engineer position is to provide sound engineering direction for supporting both production and maintenance operations in a chemical manufacturing environment. The position provides technical and business leadership in the overall guidance and project management required to support more technical positions in the completion of integrative tasks, and to communicate the progress of infrastructure projects to management.

• Manages and owns project(s) and equipment capital plan and budget with support from Maintenance and Facilities Managers and Operations Production Manager, with final recommendations and approval from the Director of Engineering & Facilities on the use of capital assets, equipment, modifications, and process improvements.
• Oversees capital equipment purchasing and third‑party facility vendors’ work by preparing bid sheets and contract specifications, installation and commissioning including IQ/PQ/OQ qualifying.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional groups including Maintenance, Production, R&D, Human Resources, Quality, Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Finance to meet production targets.
• Manages and oversees third‑party contractors to complete onsite work safely and correctly.
• Develops internal processes, SOPs, work instruction, and training while implementing productivity improvements.
• Provides reliability engineering expertise that supports maintenance and reliability efforts and assures asset life at or beyond the standards.
• Ensures required licenses and permits are obtained and maintained (air, water, fire, etc.).
• Oversees installation, modifications, quality control testing, operating procedure, and inspection processes adhering to engineering principles and safety regulations.
• Completes all other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) with 5+ years of work experience.
• 2+ years in Project/Construction Management, preferred accredited certification.
• 2+ years experience in a regulated environment (EPA, FDA, etc.).
• Working knowledge of lean thinking, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodology.
• Working knowledge of process validation techniques: statistical process control (SPC), change control in QMS, design organizational approval.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Engineering Design software (ACAD, Solidworks).

This is a salaried, full‑time position that must be on‑site at our Chaska location. Salary Range: $85k‑$105k (commensurate with experience and qualifications). This role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO.

MGK is a worldwide leader in the development and distribution of botanically based insecticides. Founded in 1902 and based in Minnesota, MGK sells insect control products throughout the world spanning several industries including professional pest control, consumer home and pet products, animal health, and crop protection. An affiliate of Sumitomo Chemical Company, MGK employs 250 people across North American and African facilities.

MGK’s mission is to make life healthier by creating responsible products that protect people and their environments from the impact of insects.