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Factory Engineering Manager

Nestlé nestle.com Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Allentown Manager Engineering Leadership

At a glance

Manager-level Engineering Leadership role at Nestlé. Allentown · $124,754–$170,411 base.

SalaryStated by Nestlé
$124,754 – $170,411
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleEngineering Leadership
SeniorityManager
LocationAllentown
Base pay$124,754–$170,411
PostedSep 24, 2026 · 4w ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Lead and develop engineers responsible for mechanical, electrical, industrial, environmental and safety systems at the factory
  • Set the plant’s capital plan and budget, then manage project cost, timing, results and safety
  • Work with maintenance and production leaders to address operating issues and improve processes, safety, quality and efficiency
  • Set maintenance standards, train staff and apply new approaches to raise efficiency and reduce downtime
  • Oversee contractors and champion total productive maintenance, while supporting energy efficiency and environmental compliance

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related discipline
  • At least seven years of progressively responsible engineering work, including project management and people leadership
  • Background in manufacturing, industrial, military or a related setting

Who this fits

This manager role suits an engineering leader ready to guide a team and oversee factory capital work. The position is based in Allentown and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

From the employer

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

As the Factory Engineering Manager for our Allentown factory, you’ll support, lead and develop a team of engineers who oversee mechanical, electrical, industrial, environmental and safety system operations. You’ll be responsible for the strategic vision, budget and execution of plant capital projects while coordinating with maintenance and production to resolve plant operational concerns and identify opportunities for continuously improving processes, safety, quality and efficiency. In this factory leadership role, you’ll proactively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive results.

  • Apply expert understanding of factory operations to effectively engage, leverage and develop engineering personnel
  • Create and strategically apply the annual capital budget to address equipment maintenance and facility improvements
  • Manage cost, schedule, performance and safety pertaining to engineering staff and capital project execution
  • Coordinate with the Maintenance management team to develop standards, train personnel and incorporate innovations to increase factory efficiency and reduce downtime
  • Oversee external contractors to ensure compliance with all company standards including safety, quality and value of deliverables
  • Partner with operations leaders to identify areas of opportunity to improve integrated manufacturing processes
  • Champion total productive maintenance (TPM) through management, problem solving and project implementation
  • Master plant process flows, utility flows, capacities, practices and procedures to ensure factory energy efficiency, environmental prioritization and compliance

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree in engineering or a related field
  • 7+ years of progressive engineering experience, including project management and people leadership within a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

Salary: $124,754.40 to $170,411.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.

Job Requisition: 420437

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