About the job Plant Engineer
Position Overview:
Northwest Talent Solutions is proud to be working on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturing organization, to identify a Plant Engineer who will lead maintenance operations, reliability programs, and continuous improvement initiatives at their West Chicago facility.
This position is ideal for a hands-on engineering leader with strong supervisory experience, a passion for troubleshooting, and a desire to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead all safety, environmental, and maintenance practices in alignment with OSHA and regulatory standards
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Drive maintenance excellence and lead TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives to optimize uptime and performance
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Provide strong people leadership for maintenance technicians; ensure training, cross-skilling, and development
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Scope, budget, and manage capital projects
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Perform root cause analysis (FMEA, 5 Whys) and implement preventive and predictive measures
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Collaborate cross-functionally with plant leadership on continuous improvement activities and daily operations
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Maintain detailed equipment records and PM logs via CMMS
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Monitor and reduce downtime, waste, and operational costs
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelors degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
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3+ years leading a plant maintenance function OR 5+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience
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Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and instrumentation troubleshooting skills
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Proven continuous improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using CMMS platforms (specify in interview)
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Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, facility audits, and contractor management
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Previous capital project execution experience
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Experience implementing TPM or Maintenance Reliability strategies
Compensation & Benefits:
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Base Salary: $116,160 $130,680
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Target Bonus: 12.5% of base salary (paid quarterly)
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Full suite of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
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Full relocation package available
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Paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits
Interview Process:
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Initial Interview with Northwest Talent Solutions
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Interview with Hiring Manager
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Final Onsite Panel Interview
About the Opportunity:
This is a rare opportunity to join a stable and reputable manufacturer with deep roots in industrial innovation. Our client is committed to fostering a culture of safety, technical excellence, and employee development. As their Plant Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring equipment reliability, leading people, and driving plant performance to the next level.
Apply Today:
If you're a driven engineering leader looking for a new challenge, apply now to connect with our recruiting team at Northwest Talent Solutions. Well guide you through every step of the process with discretion and professionalism.