Plant Engineer

Company: GMF Steel
Location: Lakeland
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $70,000 - $76,750/year The Plant Engineer is the on-the-floor resource ensuring smooth and efficient fabrication operations.This person will master machine operation, oversee performance, andleadany troubleshooting and maintenance efforts.The Plant Engineeris responsible forplanning, organizing, and driving execution to keep production on schedule and at the projected pace. Werelooking for an individual whowill follow job plans and proactively manageworkflowto avoid delays. The ideal candidate is ahigh-energy problem solver who thrives on structure, precision, and collaborationto keepthe team aligned and production flowing seamlessly. Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day machine operations to ensure efficiency Develop a deep understanding of all plant machinery and processes Identifyany issues and perform maintenance when necessary Collaborate with production team to ensure schedules and deadlines are being met Identifyand implement process improvements to increase productivity Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or other required Strong written and oral communication skills Strong organizational skillsrequired Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Salary: $70,000 - $76,750/year Dependent upon experience Eligibility for performance bonuses Schedule: Monday Friday, some weekends 7 AM - 6 PM Benefits/Perks: Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, and a 401k Match Program Paid Time Off About GMF Steel Group: GMF Steel Group is an Inc 5000 company and one of the fastest growing Steel firms in the Southeastern US. GMF Steel Group is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida with offices in Tampa, Panama City, and Concord, NC. GMF Steel Group is in Lakeland, Florida and produces over 20,000 tons of Structural Steel annually with the latest BIM fabrication technology. GMF Steel Group services the Southeastern US and Gulf Coast with over 250 employees across 4 offices. GMF Steel Group core sectors of the Structural Steel market include Amusement Parks, Stadiums, Arenas, Offices, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, Retail, Light and Heavy Industrial projects. GMF incorporates the latest technology through Building Information Modeling (BIM) to integrate all facets of Steel Construction and 4-D modeling. GMF Steel Group is an AISC Certified Fabricator and Erector. GMF Steel Group takes pride in recruiting and developing the best talent through education of the latest technology and best practices.

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