Job Description
Job Description
HiFyve is hiring a Plant Engineering Manager from the Food / Beverage industry in New Wilmington, PA!
Pay : $110,000–$175,000 / year + 15% bonus eligibility
Shift : Day Shift
Travel : 5%–15% (1–3 times per year)
Benefits : Full benefits package
Relocation Assistance Available
Overview :
We are hiring a Plant Engineering Manager to oversee multi-site plant maintenance and engineering activities for a food manufacturing organization in New Wilmington, PA. This role will lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, support maintenance excellence, manage capital and expense projects, and provide hands-on engineering leadership across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee project engineering objectives in line with company standards and plant goals
- Lead design, installation, and commissioning of capital and expense projects
- Support preventive maintenance, spare parts inventory, and work order systems
- Develop and maintain facility operating systems to maximize efficiency and productivity
- Use root cause analysis and best practices to drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability
- Assist plant maintenance managers with wastewater treatment facilities and environmental compliance
- Train maintenance and engineering teams on evolving technologies and standards
- Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to execute engineering projects on time and within budget
- Help define and manage capital and maintenance budgets across assigned facilities
- Ensure all engineering and environmental practices align with GMP, food safety, and regulatory requirements
Qualifications :
Education & Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent technical training8+ years of progressive experience in engineering, maintenance, or facilities management in a food manufacturing environmentPrior experience in team or project leadership, capital project management, budget oversight, environmental compliance, and PLC programmingCertifications or licenses may be required during the course of employmentSkills & Knowledge :
Strong understanding of environmental regulations and safety complianceFamiliarity with Microsoft Office Suite and CMMS systemsStrategic thinking with the ability to manage complex technical projectsAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical audiencesStrong cross-functional collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environmentMust be fluent in English (written and verbal)If you are interested, please apply!