Plant Engineering Manager | Bottling

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Apple Valley, MN

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$140,000–$160,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Asset Management, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Practices, Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP), Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Project, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Organizations, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering Management, English Language, Equipment Replacement, Expense Management, Expense Tracking, Facilities Engineering, Facilities and Maintenance, Finance, Food Production, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Hazard Analysis, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Management Strategy, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Plant Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Management, Procurement Management, Procurement Strategy, Production Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, SAP Administration, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Time Management, Trend Analysis

LOCATION

Apple Valley, MN

POSTED

30+ days ago

Company Dairy Farmers of America Location Zumbrota, Minnesota Description DFA Zumbrota has an opening for a Plant Engineering Manager. The Engineering Manager is responsible for the oversight and performance of the engineering and maintenance staff and functions, engineering, and site facilities. Develop engineering plans to support current and future plant requirements and develop systems in critical areas such as reliability excellence, preventative maintenance, spare parts inventories, and work order systems. Work closely with plant management and plant employees and serve as a liaison with DFA enterprise-wide functional departments such as Quality Assurance and Compliance, Human Resources, Accounting, Engineering, Purchasing, Research and Development, and Risk Management. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Establish and manage the departments budget and accountable for the monthly facility maintenance spend, focusing efforts on closing any gaps to target, by identifying key operating risks, opportunities, and contingencies to achieve target. Provide technical support and leadership during complex technical issues that arise during plant operations. Understand the operating principles for the different manufacturing processes in the plant. Troubleshoot issues in the manufacturing processes and make operational improvements Utilize Plant Core, Historian, SAP and other DFA systems when investigating issues. Pull relevant trends, alarms, or historical data to support troubleshooting. Responsible for asset management including maximizing utilization, replacement, upgrading, maintenance, and tracking utilizing SAP. Manage capital and expense projects to meet scope, budget, and timeline as defined. Develop and utilize maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements to plant reliability Drive the implementation of Reliability Excellence as the Reliability Excellence Owner for the facility to maximize plant performance through use of CI Tools, PM, work order systems, etc Ensure the departments activities remain in or exceed the standards and specifications established by Quality Assurance Manage parts inventory, purchasing and inventory control processes. Coordinate with on-site staff and DFA management or engineering to review and approve plans for new equipment installation and layout to ensure operational efficiency Engage and interact with maintenance and engineering personnel on a regular basis assisting them with their concerns and questions. Initiate and drive continuous improvement activities to ensure plant reliability and sustainability. Manage maintenance and engineering employees performance through establishing expectations and holding employees accountable. Coach and mentor maintenance and engineering employees to develop their skills and instill an appropriate sense of urgency. Build joint ownership of the facility and equipment by partnering with other facility departments (production, sanitation, shipping, etc.) as well as Reginal Support functions (Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, etc.). Ensure good business communication practices are engaged at all levels to ensure key stakeholders are well informed and can appropriately respond as needed. Ensure all process changes, equipment changes, or product changes are understood by affected employees in a timely fashion utilizing communication and management of change process. Serve as a member of the plant Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) team. Work any shift(s) if necessary. Must be able to receive calls pertaining to plant issues when not on duty Must adhere to all safety policies and procedures Follow all DFA GMPs and works in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related degree 6+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, including 1+ year of management experience High speed manufacturing and food experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent communication and presentation skills to all levels of the organization Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); SAP knowledge preferred Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans Pay Range $140000 - $160000 / year Title: Engineering ManagerLocation: Minneapolis, MN Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.Hire Type: Direct HireBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401kBonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: Annual bonus potential Pay: $130-160k Job Summary:A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Engineering & Maintenance Manager to oversee plant engineering, maintenance, and facility operations. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance, reliability, and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The position partners closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency, capital projects, and long-term facility strategy.The ideal candidate will drive initiatives focused on reliability-centered maintenance, preventative maintenance optimization, asset lifecycle management, and continuous improvement methodologies. This role plays a key leadership function in ensuring plant performance aligns with production, quality, safety, and regulatory objectives. Job Duties:Lead and manage engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance of plant equipment and facilities. Develop and execute engineering strategies to support current production demands and future capacity requirements. Establish and manage departmental budgets, monitoring maintenance expenditures and identifying opportunities to improve cost efficiency while maintaining operational reliability. Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for complex equipment and process issues. Analyze manufacturing processes to identify improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, reliability, and output. Utilize enterprise systems and data tools to evaluate performance trends, alarms, and historical equipment data to support root cause analysis and corrective actions. Oversee asset management strategy including maintenance planning, lifecycle optimization, equipment upgrades, and replacement planning. Manage capital and expense projects to ensure delivery within defined scope, timeline, and budget. Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance effectiveness, equipment reliability, and operational performance. Implement reliability-focused initiatives including preventative maintenance programs, work order optimization, and continuous improvement tools. Ensure engineering and maintenance activities align with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Oversee spare parts inventory strategy, procurement processes, and inventory controls to ensure appropriate stock levels and cost optimization. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review and approve equipment layouts, installations, and facility modifications to maximize operational efficiency. Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities for maintenance and engineering team members. Promote strong communication across departments to ensure alignment on equipment performance, process changes, and operational priorities. Support change management processes to ensure modifications to equipment, processes, or products are effectively communicated and implemented. Participate in food safety and quality programs, including hazard analysis and risk mitigation initiatives where applicable. Maintain availability to support plant operations as needed, including off-shift support when required. Ensure adherence to all safety policies, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing best practices. Perform additional duties as required to support plant objectives. Qualifications:EducationBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. ExperienceMinimum 6+ years of experience in engineering or maintenance leadership within a manufacturing environment. Prior experience managing technical teams strongly preferred. Experience supporting high-speed manufacturing environments preferred. Food, beverage, or regulated manufacturing industry experience is beneficial. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1969

WEBSITE

http://www.sterling-engineering.com

Plant Engineering Manager | Bottling

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Apple Valley, MN

About the Company

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

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