Engineering Manager



Job Summary:

The Engineering Manager will manage the development and execution of technical initiatives at the plant. This includes the management of process, reliability, automation/equipment engineering and project management for the plant engineering team.

Job Duties:

• Partner with Plant Director of Corporate Director of Engineering to understand forecasted demand, conduct capacity analysis, ensure manpower and capital is in place to achieve requirements.
• Develops and distributes progress and project status reports for plant projects.
• Engages in creative problem solving to address operational issues including ergonomic/safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns.
• Work with the team to ensure manufacturing processes are effectively documented through work instructions and operating procedures.
• Guides Manufacturing Engineering and support functions for current manufacturing processes, new process justification and implementation, machines, equipment, tooling and work standards.
• Coordinates all Capex projects related to the facility including forecasting, planning and monitoring projects to completion. Coordinates outside vendors.
• Partners with Plant Director and internal and external teams to ensure productivity compliance through process improvement and efficiency.
• Drive safety awareness, comprehension, and compliance with all company, plant and OSHA requirements. Provide technical support as needed.
• Provide guidance and oversight in development and execution of plant renovations and expansions, coordinates outside contractors and vendors.
• Fire protection system – sprinklers, fire pumps, hydrants, towers, emergency notification systems, etc.
• Manage all NH3 operations, ensuring PSM system is compliant with OSHA regulations.
• Advise and assist plant management staff and supervisors in development of improved equipment operating methods and processes for more efficient operations.
• Establish objectives for efficiency of plant energy consumed, managing utility costs by collaborating with maintenance manager.
• Work with Maintenance Manager to ensure that overall Engr. And Maintenance Department goals are aligned.
• Work with governmental agencies and third-party companies (AXA, etc.) as needed to ensure Facility is compliant with all regulations.
• Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) standards as outlined in the plant’s QRMP accountability document, including the implementation, improvement and ongoing maintenance.
• Following up with facility team leaders on continuous cost reduction/process improvement ideas and performing other responsibilities as the need arises.
• Ability to work flexible hours. May include weekends, holidays or late shifts during installation periods.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ Years demonstrated experience managing direct-reporting team members preferred.
• Food industry experience.
• Familiar with the following trades: Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Utilities and Construction.
• Strong Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Financial and budgetary skills.
• Understanding of instrumentation, PLC and Scada controls.
• Ability to build trusting, strategic and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results.
• Ability to prioritize and manage projects in a changing, complex environment.
• Strong organizational skills and proven attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledgeable of regulatory issues, dairy equipment and processes. Needs to continually update knowledge regarding industrial developments.