A well established and successful company has an outstanding opportunity available for a Plant Engineer.  Responsible for overseeing and coordinating the design, construction, modification and continued performance improvement of the facilities, equipment and machines.  Excellent benefits packaging including:  medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and paid vacation.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design and implement building modifications and new equipment additions; including all legal proceedings such as permit acquisition and modification.
• Design and implement equipment installations.
• Design and implement modification of current installations.
• Design and implement utilities layout and distribution, including plumbing and power.
• Solicit bids from and select subcontractors for the above implementations.
• Assist Maintenance Manager, Process Engineer, and Production Manager; especially in facilities-related management and problem solving.
• Capital investment (CAPEX) system organization and reporting.
• Coordination of energy efficiency and sustainability improvement initiates.  Organization and reporting of energy consumption data.
• Maintain files for engineering projects, subcontractor bids, project budgeting, etc.
• Reduce subcontracting costs while maintaining quality through judicious selection.
• Assure the on-time and within-budget completion of all projects.
• Follow all relevant policies and procedures (Safety, 5S, and ARC policies).
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum five years’ engineering experience.
• Negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with plastics production.
• Technical drawing ability.
• Good communication skills required; including active listening and effective speaking.
• Team oriented: ability to demonstrate cooperation and support.
• High safety and cleanliness standards.