Managing capital expenditures and processing projects for the location. Provide leadership to recommend, plan and implement a wide variety of projects which support the company. Responsible for the preparation of overall programs and process direction to provide productivity and quality improvements in the operational efficiencies of plant operations, including optimum use of facilities and equipment layout, operations analysis for continuous improvement, product quality, labor engineering and budgeting.
Key responsibilities for this position include:
Participates in development and analyzing operating and capital budget, goals, and objectives of the department and works toward meeting and/or exceeding these expectations
Reviews on-going project plans to assure compliance with schedule, cost, and quality of projects
Plans and manages projects to ensure efficient production methods and flow, optimum utilization of space and equipment
Works with Plant Director, maintenance, quality assurance, safety, and other departments to ensure projects undertaken are consistent with plant needs and requirements
Displays a broad knowledge in product, equipment, and processes; continually updates knowledge to stay current on developments
Participates actively as a member of the plant management team; provides necessary support for other plant functions/activities as determined by manager
Demonstrates professionalism in all aspects of plant?s rules and regulations and encourages quality personnel performance
Develops and maintains positive relationships with purchasing, suppliers, and vendors regarding equipment and supplies
Performs design work including researching data, feasibility and economic studies, and determining design criteria in accordance with required standards for assigned projects
Maintains accurate and up-to-date project files and drawing, and identifying and corrective safety, ergonomic and operational problems through proper design of equipment
Reads, analyze, and interprets a variety of instructions, manuals, and procedures in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form
Performs administrative duties in an accurate, timely, and professional manner (phone calls, voice mail, paperwork, meetings)
Apply any environmental regulations and ensure they are respected
This description reflects management?s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company?s overall performance and success.
Travel and/or extended or off work hours may be required.
This description reflects management?s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and/or allowance(s) may be provided.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.
Requirements
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Education
Bachelor?s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field of study is required
master?s degree preferred
Experience
5-7 years of experience in managing complex projects and installations is required
Prior food industry project management experience is required
Specialized Knowledge
Agri-food industry technology and processes, project or product engineering in food processing plant, knowledge of main product process equipment (HTST, separator, membrane systems, mechanical, electrical and control systems associated) and FDA and USDA regulations
Familiar with the following trades: Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Utilities, and Construction
Computer Skills: including but not limited to Microsoft Office and AutoCAD