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Job Title: Plant Engineering Director

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Salary: $160-210K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Plant Engineering Director: As the leader of Maintenance and Engineering within a high-speed plant, you will be responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance and reducing downtime. By implementing advanced maintenance systems such as Preventive and Predictive Maintenance and TPM, you will drive our plant towards excellence.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Plant Engineering Director:

• Oversee capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and uphold safety, food safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage all phases of projects to minimize operational disruptions and improve plant capabilities through strategic enhancements.
• Develop and execute advanced maintenance strategies, including Preventive and Predictive Maintenance and TPM, to maintain peak operational performance.
• Inspire and lead the maintenance team through effective delegation, policy enforcement, and safety-first planning.
• Act as the primary problem solver for daily operational challenges, implementing proactive solutions to reduce recurring issues and maintain smooth production.
• Drive continuous improvement by establishing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators to measure maintenance function success across all areas of the plant.
• Lead and develop engineering teams through coaching, performance management, and collaboration with HR to promote a safety-focused, communicative, and diverse workforce.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Plant Engineering Director:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 10+ years of Engineering management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidates with a Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience, including team development and management.
• Advanced technical skills in mechanical/electrical fields with the ability to lead resource planning efforts in a large manufacturing setting.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, organizational, teamwork, analytical, and adaptability skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong interpersonal, technical, and presentation skills.
• Availability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Preferred knowledge of different pork products and the Meat Industry.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and build strong working relationships while maintaining a positive work environment.