Senior Manager of Engineering

Overview

The Sr. Manager of Engineering is responsible for managing and directing all aspects of engineering and maintenance within the plant. This includes leading a team of engineers, maintenance managers, and supervisors to ensure optimal equipment performance, facility integrity, and infrastructure reliability. This role is both strategic and operational—developing long-term engineering plans while also addressing day-to-day maintenance needs.

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• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and maintenance teams to foster a high-performing, safety-first culture.
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Oversee utilities, electrical distribution, instrumentation, and all production equipment.
• Partner with senior leadership to prioritize and manage capital projects, ensuring delivery on-time and within budget.
• Analyze and recommend equipment replacements considering cost, performance, and lifecycle.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure plant reliability, performance, and maintenance efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement and technology adoption to enhance operations.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and evaluate bids for services and equipment.
• Support food safety, quality, and GMP standards through all engineering and maintenance efforts.
• Own department budgeting, resource allocation, and cost control.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent technical training/experience.
• 8+ years of engineering and maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year of experience in a management or supervisory capacity.
• Experience with capital project execution, budget management, and PLC systems.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance and plant safety standards.
• Strong leadership with ability to develop and empower cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in CMMS, work order systems, and spare parts management.
• Knowledge of architectural, mechanical, and process production systems.
• Experience applying Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Manufacturing

• Engineering Services
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Beverage Manufacturing

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