Maintenance, Process, and Project Engineer

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. 

In this exciting opportunity, you will enjoy being responsible for supporting the development, engineering, and implementation of the Maintenance and Reliability programs, Capital Projects and Process Improvement for multiple production facilities in Sensient Technologies.

What you will be doing:

• This position will support the development and implementation of the maintenance and reliability activities within the manufacturing facilities at Sensient Technology.
• Support the development of Predictive Maintenance, autonomous maintenance and CIL processes and procedures including thermal imaging, vibration analysis and other CBM techniques.
• Support criticality assessments for manufacturing facilities identifying equipment risks and developing plans for risk mitigation.
• Support Parts Management efforts through the identification of critical spares, MOQ, safety stock and consignment opportunities.
• Support implementation and use of CMMS.
• Provide on-site technical training for maintenance and operations personnel as well as site maintenance managers in the development, monitoring and reporting of maintenance KPI’s.
• Support evaluation of the effectiveness of the Preventative Maintenance programs at each location.
• Partner with project engineers to ensure reliability program is expanded to incorporate new equipment installations brought about by capital investments,  leading Capital appropriation requests and execution.
• Supports or leads Process Improvement efforts.
• Support Sentient's sustainability goals.
• Approximately 50% travel primarily between Turlock, Livingston and Deming, New Mexico. 

What you will bring: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering discipline preferred or equal work experience accompanied with applicable certifications.
• 7 years of engineering experience within the manufacturing industry preferably with multi-site experience 
• Experience working in a Lean Six Sigma or TPM environment.
• Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment preferred.
• Knowledge of plant controls and instrumentation (integration). 
• Bilingual. English/ Spanish strongly preferred.

Important notes:

Travel required ~50%, so flexibility and availability are essential as well as a valid passport.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's

About Sensient Natural Ingredients: 

Sensient Natural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. 

The salary range for this position is $94,550 - $140,000.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. 

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