Plant Engineer (Relocation)

Smithfield Foods•Carroll, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic Engineering team and become a key player in driving innovation and efficiency! You’ll dive into data analysis and craft implementation plans that optimize production processes, ensuring we maximize resources and minimize waste—directly impacting our operating costs. Your contributions will power the manufacturing of iconic brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan’s Famous, and more, helping us meet the demands of customers and consumers alike. As the leader of the maintenance and engineering department in a fast-paced plant, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining top-tier building and equipment performance. By reducing mechanical downtime and ensuring seamless product flow, you’ll keep our production lines running at peak efficiency. You'll lead the charge in developing and implementing cutting-edge maintenance systems, including Preventative and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and more, driving our plant to new heights as part of a High Performing Manufacturing Organization. Secondly as the leader of engineering activities you will ensure our facilities remain a state-of-the-art food manufacturing process, developing and executing highly innovative technology projects. In this role, you won’t just manage maintenance—you’ll elevate it to new levels of efficiency and innovation!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field and 8+ years’ relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required
High level of leadership skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Possess advanced technical skills in the mechanical/electrical fields (e.g. PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, etc.) and is able to lead resource planning efforts in a large manufacturing environment.
Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, etc.
Ability to use exposure monitoring equipment, interpret and communicate results.
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
Capable of communicating and expressing ideas clearly and concisely, in both written and oral formats.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal, technical and presentation skills required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of capital projects from concept to completion! You’ll manage and schedule all project elements to ensure minimal disruption to plant operations, delivering projects on time, on budget, and without compromising safety, food safety, or environmental standards.
Lead the charge in developing and implementing cutting-edge maintenance systems that keep our plant operating at peak performance. You'll be the driving force behind Preventive and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, and other high-impact strategies, ensuring optimal scheduling that maximizes task completion with minimal downtime.
Inspire and manage the maintenance team by delegating tasks, enforcing policies, and guiding work assignments. Ensure work is completed efficiently and safely by championing a safety-first culture and enforcing company policies.
Provide both short-term fixes and long-term solutions to everyday operational challenges. Troubleshoot, conduct problem analysis, and address equipment failures to ensure the smooth daily operation of the plant with minimal recurring issues.
Develop and track Key Performance Indicators that measure the success of the maintenance function, from equipment reliability to supplier performance and overall equipment effectiveness.
Step in seamlessly when key personnel are absent, ensuring that all tasks are completed or delegated appropriately to guarantee smooth and uninterrupted plant operations.
Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.