Project Engineering Manager Company: Confidential - food manufacturer Location: Grayson, KY Compensation: Approximately $140,000 (midpoint) + full benefits Employment Type: Full-time About the Company Our client is a food manufacturing operation based in Grayson, Kentucky. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. The Role This site-level leadership role leads capital and facility improvement projects across the plant, with direct impact on operational efficiency, safety and long-term infrastructure. What You Will Do • Plan, manage and execute capital improvement and facility projects from concept through completion. • Coordinate with operations, maintenance and quality teams to align project scope with production requirements. • Develop project budgets, timelines and resource plans; track progress and report to plant leadership. • Manage relationships with contractors, equipment vendors and engineering firms. • Ensure projects comply with food safety standards, regulatory requirements and company policies. • Lead root cause analysis and implement engineering solutions to recurring operational or equipment issues. • Support capacity expansion, line upgrades and process improvement initiatives. • Mentor and develop project engineering staff where applicable. What You Bring • Food manufacturing background (required) • Experience managing engineering projects in a manufacturing environment • Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling and contractor oversight • Familiarity with food safety regulations and GMP environments • Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to run multiple projects at once • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or a related engineering discipline preferred Nice to Have • PMP certification or equivalent experience Before you apply: get a free recruiter-readiness score for your resume at CareerStanding — about a minute, no signup, and your resume stays in your browser.