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Leprino Foods Company

Manager II, Engineering

Lubbock, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build and guide the Engineering and Maintenance teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient ... of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best ...

Leprino Foods Company

Manager II, Engineering

Lubbock, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build and guide the Engineering and Maintenance teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient ... of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best ...

Leprino Foods Company

Supervisor, Maintenance Controls

Lubbock, TX

$72K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with maintenance, utilities, engineering, and production teams to align controls priorities ... of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best ...

Leprino Foods Company

Supervisor, Maintenance Controls

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with maintenance, utilities, engineering, and production teams to align controls priorities ... of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for protein engineer in Texas is $80,925.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,404.00 and $102,014.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Protein Engineer designs and modifies proteins for specific functions in fields like medicine, biotechnology, and bioengineering. They use computational modeling, molecular biology techniques, and biochemical assays to improve protein stability, activity, or binding properties. Their work is crucial for developing new therapeutics, enzymes, and biomaterials for various industries.

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Infographic showing various Protein Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,925 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Manager II, Engineering

Leprino Foods Company

Lubbock, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted just now

Leprino Foods rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 440 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Within our brand new state-of-the-art 600-person manufacturing facility in Lubbock - Leprino is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager II to move our organization to even larger levels of cheese and dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.
What You'll Do:
  • Build and guide the Engineering and Maintenance teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
  • Plan, write, and oversee capital projects, ranging from facility construction to equipment upgrades and energy improvements.
  • Prepare the annual engineering budget and shape multi-year capital programs aligned with plant needs.
  • Coordinate closely with Production to adjust maintenance schedules and engineering support as demand shifts.
  • Create clear project documentation, operating procedures, and training materials for new and upgraded systems.
  • Lead safety efforts within Engineering and Maintenance by setting expectations, modeling safe behaviors, and reinforcing accountability.
  • Ensure employees receive the tools, training, and equipment needed to perform work safely and accurately.
  • Maintain strong working relationships across the plant, encouraging collaboration, transparency, and shared progress.
  • Monitor capital spending, report status updates to plant leadership, and track improvements against approved plans.
  • Interface with local, state, and federal agencies to secure permits and maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Support food safety and sanitation efforts by strengthening department processes and daily practices.
  • Mentor supervisors and managers, supporting development, engagement, and long-term growth within the team!

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 12 or more years of experience in food manufacturing environments.
  • 5 or more years of progressive people leadership experience.
  • Proficiency with standard computer tools and the ability to learn SAP or similar manufacturing systems efficiently.
  • Prior people leadership experience directly guiding plant Maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience in dairy or cheese manufacturing operations.
  • Direct leadership experience guiding supervisors across maintenance, engineering, or technical teams.
  • Background working with advanced process controls, power generation, ammonia refrigeration, and sanitation systems within food manufacturing.

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual's unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.
Offering You In Return:
A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.
Our Story:
Leprino's history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world's largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

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