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Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
Cerelia Bakery Canada LP —Whitehall, OH
- $70,000 - $78,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Analysis skills
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Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan
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Dwyer Instruments Inc —Sunbury, OH
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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TOOGANN TECHNOLOGIES —Dublin, OH
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Entry level
Product Engineer
KPIT Technologies GmbH —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Mechanical Field Forensic Engineer
Donan —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
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- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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TOOGANN TECHNOLOGIES —Dublin, OH
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Robson Forensic —Dublin, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- No experience needed
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- No experience needed
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Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Cerelia Bakery Canada LP -
Whitehall, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $78,000 a year

Qualifications

Equipment service recordkeeping
Mechanical valves
Cleaning and sanitation procedure implementation
PLC-based control system operation
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Food production
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Fabrication
Machine setup
Performance improvement leadership
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
Microsoft Excel
Content creation for technical audiences
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Safety training program participation as safety practice
Food processing plant experience
Mechanical fabrication
Machine operation
Pneumatic machine repair
Technical documentation
Defect analysis
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial equipment adjustment
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
Engineering process optimization
Reliability analysis
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Routine inspections
Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support maintenance operations in a refrigerated dough manufacturing environment. This role blends hands-on maintenance technician responsibilities with engineering-focused process improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving equipment reliability, executing preventive and corrective maintenance, and driving operational excellence through development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and continuous improvement projects.

This role plays a critical part in reducing downtime, improving equipment performance, and building sustainable systems that enhance production efficiency and product quality.

This role will report directly to our Maintenance Manager
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintenance & Technical Execution

Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues on production equipment and restore functionality.
Perform preventive maintenance (PM), predictive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities to reduce breakdowns.
Execute scheduled work orders and maintenance inspections during planned downtime windows.
Operate, set up, start up, adjust, shut down, and perform changeovers on production equipment according to company standards.
Maintain and improve line equipment reliability and performance.
Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems including cylinders, valves, compressors, and piping.
Support fabrication of small machine parts, guards, and modifications as needed.

2. Process Documentation & SOP Development

Develop, document, and standardize maintenance procedures and workflows using CMMS (MaintainX).
Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation for equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Translate troubleshooting learnings into standardized procedures to prevent recurring failures.
Support creation of visual aids, job plans, and maintenance standards to improve technician consistency and efficiency.
Ensure accurate documentation of completed work orders, inspections, and improvements within CMMS.

3. Continuous Improvement & Reliability Engineering

Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective actions to eliminate root causes.
Identify opportunities to improve uptime, reduce waste, and optimize maintenance strategies.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and changeover reduction.
Support data-driven decision-making using maintenance KPIs (downtime, MTBF, MTTR, etc.).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production flow and material sequencing.

4. Team Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to schedule and execute maintenance activities.
Communicate across shifts to ensure continuity of maintenance efforts and equipment performance.
Support team initiatives, best practices, and department improvement ideas.
Maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams.
Provide mentorship and knowledge sharing on equipment, troubleshooting, and processes as skills develop.

5. Quality & Food Safety

Follow all food safety, regulatory, and quality standards (SQF, HACCP, GMPs).
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment during all operations. Word]
Perform required quality checks and complete associated documentation.

6. Health & Safety

Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), fall protection, hot work, and other safety programs.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and take corrective actions.

Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) required

Experience

Entry-level (0–2 years) experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering environments preferred
Internship or co-op experience in industrial or food manufacturing is a plus

Technical Skills
Strong foundational knowledge of:

Mechanical systems
Electrical basics
Pneumatics and hydraulics
PLC fundamentals
Ability to read technical drawings and schematics
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and CMMS systems

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and teamwork
Time management and task prioritization
Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, stooping)
Willingness to work off-shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed

What This Role Offers

Hands-on experience bridging engineering and maintenance
Ownership of real process improvements and SOP development
Exposure to food manufacturing, reliability engineering, and lean practices
Career pathway into Maintenance Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or Operations Leadership

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entry level mechanical engineer jobs in columbus, oh

Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)

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Mechanical Engr. - Industrial/Manuf. - Forensic Investigator

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