Engineering Manager

At Zentis - We are Fruit Masters!

Zentis is Europe's number one fruit processing company and one of the leading brand manufacturers of jams, sweets, and custard-based desserts. The Company's North America operations are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Plymouth, Indiana, where we produce fruit and dairy preparations for a variety of customers including yogurt, ice cream and bakery manufacturers. This role will be located on-site in Plymouth, Indiana.

Primary Responsibilities

Training & Leadership

• Lead Engineering team members in technical excellence and production best practices.
• Promote a culture of innovation, safety, continuous improvement.

Project Management

• Lead Engineering projects from concept to implementation.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Establish project priorities and allocate resources to support business objectives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams in Production, Quality, Maintenance, and IT as well as with the Central Engineering team headquartered in Germany.

Engineering Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance safety, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Build and strengthen engineering processes, standards, and best practices across the site.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts through data analysis, root cause problem solving, and implementation of sustainable solutions.

Production Support & Optimization

• Support equipment upgrades, expansions, facility improvements, and new technology implementation.
• Collaborate with Central Engineering and global stakeholders on strategic initiatives and equipment installations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.

Formal Education Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Specific Experience and Key Knowledge Requirements:

• 5+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing, industrial, food production, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or similar environment.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or managing engineers and technical teams.
• Proven success managing capital projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience driving operational improvements and solving complex technical challenges

We offer a great benefits package that features:

• Medical (PPO and HSA plans), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k employer contribution
• Generous paid Vacation/ Sick Time & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• And much more!

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