Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer | Lead $5MM-$50MM Capital Projects & Utility Infrastructure Improvements | Food Manufacturing

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Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded nearly 130 years ago and based in Lathrop, CA, we are a leading food and beverage manufacturer committed to innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a culture centered around communication, community, and wellness. We continue to invest heavily in our people, facilities, and infrastructure to support long-term success and create meaningful career advancement opportunities.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $145,000 base salary (DOE)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA Medical Plan Option with Annual Company Contribution
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Growth Opportunities Supported by Continued Business Expansion
• Collaborative Work Environment Focused on Communication, Community, and Wellness

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across utility systems including:
• Boilers
• HVAC
• Compressed Air
• Glycol
• Chilled Water
• Wastewater
• Reverse Osmosis (RO)
• Nitrogen Systems
• Manage facility infrastructure upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with engineering, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Plan and coordinate major plant shutdown activities.
• Lead capital projects from scope development through execution and closeout.
• Manage projects ranging from approximately $5,000 to $50 million.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, EHS, and external contractors.
• Support plant expansion and infrastructure initiatives.
• Maintain engineering documentation and technical drawings.
• Develop and maintain long-range capital plans.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments.
• Experience leading capital and infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in utility systems engineering and facility infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of engineering compliance, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple capital projects from concept through completion.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, EHS, contractors, and engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Food and beverage manufacturing experience.
• Aseptic manufacturing experience.
• FDA-regulated utility systems knowledge.
• CMMS experience, preferably Infor or Hexagon EAM.
• PE License.
• PMP Certification.
• Minimal travel capability (0-5%).

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