Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Beverage Industry Experience Preferred

Hands-On Role | Clear Path to Director

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Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a privately held manufacturer in the health and wellness industry, producing a broad portfolio of nutritional supplements, ready-to-drink beverages, and personal care items. With decades of experience and operations across the southern U.S., we manage the full product lifecycle - from ingredient sourcing through final packaging.

We're looking for a high-impact engineering leader ready to step into a key role with long-term growth potential. This position is part of our succession plan-if you deliver results, you could move into a Manager or Director role in as little as 1-2 years. You'll have direct influence on our production capabilities, work closely with leadership, and be part of a team driving innovation in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.

Why join us?

Why Join Us

• We don't just make health products - we live by them.
• We're a trusted name in the natural health and wellness industry with over 50 years of success.
• Our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and integrity.
• You'll be part of a team that creates products people rely on to feel better and live healthier lives.
• Whether you're in manufacturing, engineering, R&D, or corporate, you'll find purpose, collaboration, and growth here.
• We value teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact across all departments.

What We Offer

Stability & Legacy: 50+ years in business with a strong footprint in wellness and aloe-based product manufacturing.
Growth-Oriented Culture : Work on real-time improvements in automation, efficiency, and product innovation.
Hands-On Experience: Be involved in full-cycle production - from raw materials to finished goods - in a vertically integrated setting.
Regulatory Excellence: Contribute in a highly regulated environment where FDA compliance and product safety come first.
Supportive Team Environment: Enjoy leadership that values mentorship, collaboration, and continuous professional development.
Employee-Centered Values: We support work-life balance, career satisfaction, and a healthy, team-driven workplace.

Job Details

What You'll Do:

• Lead the design, installation, startup, and commissioning of new manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Set up and optimize high-speed production lines for maximum efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Develop and execute equipment validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Troubleshoot and fine-tune equipment to ensure top-quality output.
• Partner with Maintenance, QA, R&D, and Operations to integrate processes seamlessly.
• Drive automation, throughput, and flexibility improvements while mentoring the engineering team.
• Ensure full compliance with FDA regulations and prepare for regulatory audits.

You'll Stand Out If You Have Experience With:

• Liquid filling, powder dosing, or stick pack, gusseted bag, and canister packaging.
• High-speed packaging and automated production lines.
• Pasteurization systems or other heat-based microbial reduction methods (strongly preferred).
• Personal care product manufacturing (body wash, shampoo, etc.).

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing or packaging.
• Leadership experience managing teams and large-scale projects.
• Strong automation systems knowledge; PLC/SCADA experience preferred.
• Successful track record in commissioning and validating equipment in FDA-regulated industries (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or cosmetics).
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and collaboration skills.

What We Offer:

• Clear advancement path into leadership.
• High visibility with senior leadership.
• Opportunity to shape production processes and influence company growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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