Vibrant Ingredients · 2 days ago
Plant Engineer
Eustis, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems for food and beverage experiences. As the Plant Engineer, you will ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Indianapolis facility, driving continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with safety and food safety programs.
AgricultureConsumer GoodsFitnessFood and BeverageHealth CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Ensure plant processes adhere to Safety and Quality standards, addressing gaps proactively
Support plant Safety and Quality programs, including root-cause investigations for incidents or equipment failures
Analyze operations to identify opportunities for profit enhancement through waste reduction, yield improvement, and efficiency (OEE) gains
Plan, design, and lead capital projects—including cost/benefit analysis, construction management, and commissioning
Support the Maintenance team in developing and maintaining RCM/preventative maintenance plans to reduce downtime
Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration
Provide technical guidance to resolve day-to-day operational issues
Develop and implement standard operating procedures to ensure process consistency
Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Quality on startup, trial, and optimization activities
Support development and execution of company ESG initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a core Engineering discipline (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical)
5+ years of experience in industrial or food manufacturing environments
Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), MS Project (or equivalent), and CAD
Preferred
Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred
Strong knowledge of food processing equipment, automation, and sanitary design principles
Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and food industry regulations
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Hands-on, high-energy, and detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency
Benefits
Generous time off for vacations
Paid Holidays
401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Medical/Dental/Vision
Health & Wellness programs
Company
Vibrant Ingredients
At Vibrant Ingredients, we power the world’s best food and beverage experiences by delivering Purely Better™ natural solutions.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-09-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Kevin Neat
Chief Financial Officer
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Ken Simone
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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2025-08-14
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