Lead Engineering Role at Expanding Manufacturing FacilityOur client is a privately held food manufacturing organization operating multiple production facilities throughout Southern California. The company has established a strong reputation for quality and has experienced steady growth over the past two decades. The organization is currently investing heavily in facility expansion, operational modernization, and digital maintenance systems as it prepares for its next phase of growth. Employees enjoy a collaborative, hands-on environment with high autonomy, strong accountability, and opportunities to directly influence operations and plant performance.Job DescriptionOversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability.Conduct root cause analysis to address and resolve equipment failures.Manage and optimize the use of CMMS toolsTroubleshoot PLCs, including ladder logic programming, to maintain system functionality.Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support production goals and minimize downtime.Maintain mechanical and electrical systems to ensure operational efficiency.Implement continuous improvement strategies for equipment and processes.Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards within the plant.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Plant Engineer should have:Experience in plant engineering within food or beverage manufacturing.Knowledge of equipment reliability, preventive, and predictive maintenance practices.Proficiency with CMMS tools.Strong skills in PLC troubleshooting and ladder logic programming.Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing setting.Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.What's on OfferCompetitive salary $75,000 - $110,000Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance401(k)Vacation & Sick TimeCareer advancement opportunities within a growing organizationIf you enjoy tackling technical challenges, improving equipment performance, and making a measurable impact in a manufacturing operation, we'd like to hear from you.Contact Evalee Torres Quote job ref JN-072026-7073225Job SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Maintenance, ReliabilityIndustry: FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)Where: Los AngelesContract Type: PermanentConsultant name: Evalee TorresJob Reference: JN-072026-7073225