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Plant EngineerTraditional Medicinals • Sebastopol, CA, US
Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer

Traditional Medicinals • Sebastopol, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY :

The Plant Engineer serves as the site-level engineering lead, responsible for process optimization, equipment reliability, and capital project execution. This role combines hands-on technical support with process engineering expertise to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient operations. The Plant Engineer will develop and implement process strategies, optimize production systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to support the company’s operational and digital transformation goals.

This position requires strong analytical skills, technical curiosity, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. It is a highly visible, floor-focused engineering role central to maintaining GMP compliance under 21 CFR Part 111, ensuring safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Process & Technical Engineering

  • Develop and optimize manufacturing and packaging processes to improve throughput, quality, and reliability.
  • Conduct process simulations, design calculations, and equipment sizing / selection for new or modified systems.
  • Create and maintain detailed process documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, functional narratives, safe operating limits, and shutdown philosophies.
  • Support validation activities, including IQ / OQ / PQ documentation, test plans, and equipment commissioning.
  • Partner with QA and Production to ensure change controls, deviations, and process modifications comply with GMP and internal quality systems.

Project Management & Capital Execution

  • Support the execution of capital projects at the site by collaborating on project scoping, justification, design, and implementation.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant project delivery.
  • Support process safety reviews and risk assessments to ensure design and operational safety.
  • Prepare and deliver engineering design reviews and project updates to management.
  • Maintenance & Reliability

  • Partner with the site resources to standardize PM programs, equipment care, and reliability strategies across facilities.
  • Provide engineering support for troubleshooting chronic process or equipment issues.
  • Identify and execute reliability improvements and root cause corrective actions (RCCA).
  • Support the implementation of predictive maintenance technologies and data-driven performance tracking.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Production, Quality, IT / OT, and Facilities to ensure process and equipment alignment with company standards.
  • Participate in GEMBA and Tier meetings to address daily performance, identify bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions.
  • Provide technical mentorship and training to production and maintenance teams.
  • Support digital manufacturing initiatives, data collection, and process visibility efforts in partnership with the OT leadership.
  • Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure adherence to safety, food safety, environmental, and GMP regulations as outlined under 21 CFR Part 111.
  • Maintain and document compliance with engineering, sanitation, and quality system procedures.
  • Lead and support audits, investigations, and regulatory inspections as required.
  • Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and risk mitigation practices.
  • REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
  • 3–5 years of experience in a food, beverage, or dietary supplement manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience in process and project support within a GMP-regulated facility.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating on capital projects and coordinating vendor / contractor activities.
  • Strong understanding of packaging and filling operations preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and CAD software; experience with CMMS preferred.
  • Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional teams.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
  • Travel up to 15% between facilities as required.
  • Core Competencies :

  • Strategic and analytical thinking
  • Technical leadership and hands-on troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of process safety and validation principles
  • Strong documentation and change control discipline
  • Collaboration across engineering, operations, and quality
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and digital transformation
  • Office Hours / Location :

  • This is an onsite position is based in Sebastopol, CA. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 : 30 – 5 : 00 pm.
  • Remote candidates will not be considered for this role.
  • Physical / Mental Requirements :

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
  • Traditional Medicinals, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud equal-opportunity employers.  We wholeheartedly embrace authenticity, diversity, and people's differences. We acknowledge, celebrate, and support individuality to the great advantage of our consumers, our stakeholders, our products, and the planet.  We are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all our people.

    We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

    Compensation range is $94,400 - $124,0000.

    Compensation is determined based on non-discriminatory, business-related factors, including but not limited to, training, experience, education and / or professional certifications, geographic location, and market data.

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