Plant Engineer

GRUMA•Hayward, CA

3d•$130,000 - $137,000

About The Position

Mission Foods is looking for a talented Plant Engineer for its Fresno, CA Plant. Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Plant Engineer is responsible for minimizing loss time in the entire plant by maintaining the equipment in operable condition and being always prepared for emergency repairs. #ZR #LI-JT1

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field required.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in engineering/maintenance management capacity in a manufacturing environment.
3 years’ experience in a food processing/manufacturing plant.
“Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above.”
Ability to read electrical diagrams, have good electrical skills.
Familiar with OSHA regulations, AIB standards
Management, strong leadership, computer, and communication skills
Strong computer skills
Bilingual English/Spanish REQUIRED.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Quality Systems/Lean Manufacturing preferred.
SAP knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements the preventative maintenance program.
Monitors the performance of the maintenance department and provides coaching and correction when necessary.
Enforce safe work practices in the maintenance department.
Assures that new maintenance employees are properly trained by working with the manager and supervisors to establish a comprehensive training schedule.
Make sure the maintenance department is submitting boiler and fire protection reports appropriately, as required.
Documents and investigation of all accidents within the maintenance department.
Mentors the maintenance manager and ensures that person has all the tools and contacts necessary to expedite equipment repairs and work assignments.
Performs other duties as assigned.