Assistant Plant Engineer

Denison, IA, US • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
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Job Details

Skills

  • Change Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • KPI
  • Manufacturing
  • Problem Solving

Summary

 

Job Posting – Assistant Plant Engineer

Location: Denison, Iowa

Employment Type: Direct Hire – Full Time



About the Opportunity

We are recruiting for an Assistant Plant Engineer to support maintenance and engineering operations in a high-volume food manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across plant operations.

Position Overview

The Assistant Plant Engineer will lead maintenance initiatives, support capital projects, and drive operational efficiency. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead capital project development and execution
  • Manage maintenance operations to minimize downtime
  • Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Drive TPM and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Oversee maintenance team performance and scheduling
  • Ensure compliance with safety, food safety, and environmental standards
  • Develop KPIs and track maintenance performance
  • Collaborate with plant leadership on operational improvements
  • Coach and develop maintenance team members

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years in manufacturing environment
  • 2+ years leadership experience
  • PLC and ammonia refrigeration experience (required)
  • Food manufacturing experience required
  • Strong knowledge of maintenance systems and CMMS
  • Experience with TPM, preventive/predictive maintenance
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Experience

  • Meat processing or kill floor / harvest floor experience
  • Experience in high-volume production environments
  • Strong change management experience
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  • Dice Id: 91172080
  • Position Id: 8976608
  • Posted 6 hours ago

Company Info

About Sirian Group Inc

Sirian Group is more than just an IT staffing company—we’re a launchpad for tech talent.

We specialize in helping international students in the U.S. build successful careers in the tech industry through comprehensive training, job placement, and H1B visa sponsorship. Our team works closely with recent graduates and skilled professionals, guiding them from learning the latest technologies to landing rewarding roles with top companies across the U.S.

Whether you're a candidate looking to break into the tech field or a business in need of reliable, pre-vetted IT talent, Sirian Group bridges the gap—with flexible staffing models including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placements.

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