A lot of different opportunities
From lean six sigma, reliability to project management ($500k+)
Working with plant management
Chance to get a lot of experience in different areas of a plant management for a new engineer
The industry is protected from market downturns, its essential
Cons
No proper guidance on any of the experience as there are no engineers onsite other than you at the plant
No clear career path afterward
The vastness of the tasks can be overwhelming
Future Engineering opportunities might be limited
The job offers great pay and benefits, decent schedule, and occasionally paid travel and expenses
Cons
You are expected to work well over forty hours when you’re salaried. Paid time off is poor unless you’ve been with the company for several years. Upper management is awful.