Plant Engineering Manager
des moines, Iowa, United States
Experience: Standard Management (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Category: Manufacturing / Production
Industry: Consumer Products and Services / Food Products & Services
Company: Management Recruiters of Bethlehem, NC
Reference ID: fLAmvg
Date Posted: 10/09/2025
Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/D1XKrM
Plant Engineering Manager
My client, located in the Des Moines, Iowa area, is looking for a Plant Engineering Manager. The Plant Engineering Manager is responsible for leading all engineering, maintenance, and reliability functions at a large food & beverage manufacturing facility. This role ensures equipment, utilities, and infrastructure operate at peak performance while meeting food safety, regulatory, and operational efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering & Maintenance Leadership
- Lead and develop maintenance and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability and plant uptime.
- Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs, driving continuous improvement in performance and cost efficiency.
Oversee day-to-day maintenance and engineering operations, ensuring the reliability and performance of processing, packaging, and utility systems.
- Manage processing and utility systems, including pasteurization, homogenizers, CIP, refrigeration, boilers, and wastewater.
- Track and improve KPIs related to OEE, downtime, and maintenance costs.
Capital Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Oversee capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, including facility expansions, equipment upgrades, and automation initiatives.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies and automation solutions to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- Partner with production, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical issues and support plant goals.
- Manage budgets, vendor contracts, and cost reduction initiatives.
Safety, Compliance, & Food Manufacturing Standards
- Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, PMO , SQF, HACCP, GMPs, and OSHA standards.
- Ensure compliance City, State & Federal Environmental Compliance Reporting (eg. PSM compliance)
- Drive a culture of safety, ensuring maintenance and engineering teams follow proper procedures and PPE requirements.
Budgeting & Cost Control
- Develop and manage the engineering and maintenance budget, optimizing costs while maintaining operational excellence.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure cost-effective procurement of equipment and materials.
- Identify and implement cost reduction strategies, including energy efficiency projects and waste minimization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering field.
- 10+ years in plant engineering, maintenance, or reliability within food & beverage manufacturing.
- Expertise in processing equipment, refrigeration systems, utilities, and process automation.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs and ladder logic troubleshooting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Travel:
- 50–75% travel for onboarding to start for learning and education of company operations
- Up to 25% travel until plant startup; occasional infrequent travel afterward.
If you are looking for a stable company that will offer you career advancement and meet the above requirements, please send your resume in Word format to alex@mrbethlehem.com. Interviews are being scheduled NOW.
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