VP of Engineering and Maintenance at Steuben Foods

Elma, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

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Skills

Strategic planning, Team leadership, Capital project management, Preventative maintenance, Regulatory compliance, Budget management, Continuous improvement, CMMS, EAM, Equipment reliability, Troubleshooting, OSHA compliance, GMP, Food safety, Cross-functional collaboration, Vendor management

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

VP of Engineering & Maintenance The VP of Engineering & Maintenance is responsible for leading the strategic direction, planning, and execution of all engineering and maintenance functions. The VP will oversee capital projects, engineering design, preventative maintenance programs, and regulatory compliance, while aligning departmental objectives with business goals. This position plays a critical role in driving efficiency, minimizing downtime, and supporting long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: Leadership * Develop and execute the overall engineering and maintenance strategy aligned with company objectives * Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and maintenance teams * Partner with operations, quality, research and development, supply chain, accounting, and HR to drive cross-functional alignment * Establish KPIs to measure performance, efficiency, and equipment reliability * Develop and manage budgets for engineering and maintenance. Monitor spending and identify cost-saving opportunities Engineering * Oversee design, development, and implementation of engineering projects * Ensure all systems, equipment, and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards * Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, cost reduction, and innovation * Manage vendor selection, contractor performance, and project timelines Maintenance * Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs * Oversee CMMS/EAM systems to ensure accurate tracking of maintenance activities * Drive initiatives to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability * Ensure troubleshooting and resolution of equipment and system issues Compliance & Safety * Ensure compliance with all OSHA, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory requirements * Maintain adherence to GMPs, food safety, and quality standards * Promote a strong safety culture within engineering and maintenance teams Qualifications * Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field * Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in engineering and maintenance * Strong background in manufacturing environments, preferably in food, beverage, or dairy processing * Experience with liquid foods processing systems, including aseptic and/or ESL processing (preferred) * Proven experience with CMMS/EAM systems Skills & Competencies * Strong leadership and team development skills * Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills * Financial and budget management experience * Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills * Deep understanding of engineering principles and maintenance strategies * Ability to drive change and implement process improvements Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 Steuben Foods is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Responsibilities

The VP of Engineering and Maintenance leads the strategic direction and execution of all engineering and maintenance functions to drive efficiency and equipment reliability. They oversee capital projects, manage departmental budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards across the organization.