Plant Engineer
Saginaw, TX, US, 76131
Employment Type: Salaried
Shift: First
Work Designation: Onsite
Position Summary:
Maintain and improve the Plant operations making it more cost effective. Improve the Plant Facilities. Improve the equipments operation; design and install equipment, processing systems and utilities to meet customer needs. Promote future growth of the plant and the company as a whole.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain and improve daily plant operations.
- Plan plant improvements and expansions.
- Produce Equip. Process flow charts as needed.
- Design and build process systems.
- Engineering and R & D of new equipment and products.
- Support and assist the Maint. Dept. on mechanical and electrical issues.
- Manage Capital projects funds.
- Manage the installation of all Capital projects and assist in other Engineering areas as needed.
- Develop, engineer, design, purchase and install new processing equipment and systems.
- Propose and write RFEs for capital investments to improve operations and for costs savings.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 5 years equivalent experience with responsibilities for managing Capital projects to include: research, develop and design project, write project justification, control finances and installation of project including operational training.
- Prior experience with welding (Arc, MIG, TIG) of all alloys including non-ferrous metals, power transmissions, hydraulics, pneumatics, certified refrigeration, ammonia/Freon, HVAC, electrical and mechanical systems, PLC and VFD.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Master Welding (Arc, MIG, TIG) of all alloys.
- In-depth of knowledge in: Boilers, pumps, fillers, cappers, sealers, printers, with a wide range of wrapping / packaging equipment experience, swept surface heat exchangers, blenders, whippers and all phases of food processing equipment, including all types of electronically controlled equipment.
- Good communication skills to interact with outside vendors, suppliers, etc. and all levels of Ventura personnel.
Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.
Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
- Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
Physical Demands:
Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task(s). Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Additional demands may be required.
Work Environment:
In addition to normal business hours, work schedules may include after hours and weekends as needed. May work outside and in adverse temperatures which include extreme hot, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by established Company Safety standards. May require work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet for prolonged periods of time.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas