The Plant Engineering Director oversees maintenance and engineering operations at a fast-paced plant in Sioux Falls, SD, with a salary of $160-210K plus bonus.
They ensure peak equipment performance, minimal downtime, and lead capital projects, safety, and environmental standards.
The role involves developing advanced maintenance strategies like Preventive, Predictive Maintenance, and TPM, managing teams through coaching and safety initiatives, and solving operational issues proactively.
They track KPIs to drive continuous improvement and enhance plant capabilities.
Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of engineering management experience or equivalent, with strong technical knowledge in mechanical/electrical fields, maintenance systems, and resource planning.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential, with knowledge of the meat industry and flexibility to work long hours preferred.