Purpose & Scope: Implements continuous improvement initiatives in plant manufacturing operations and oversees the activities of skilled trade workers.

Principle Responsibilities: List and describe (in order of importance) the specific tasks, assignments, level of discretionary authority and/or functions performed.

• Project engineering, oversight, and continuous improvement of manufacturing systems for reliability

• Implementation of sustainability initiatives in plant manufacturing

• Development and oversight of capital construction projects

• Creating and monitoring project budgets and identifying opportunities for cost savings

• Inspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications, and standards

• Design and continuous improvement of close-loop refrigeration systems

• Develop and troubleshoot programmable logic controller (PLC) code

• Read and interpret wiring schematics, electrical drawings, circuits, and computer programs

• Evaluates automation control systems

• Establishes and monitors implementation of preventive maintenance programs and procedures for manufacturing equipment

• Utilizes technical knowledge in installation and continuous improvement that meets organizational standards and ensures minimal equipment downtime

• Oversee mechanics in charge of maintaining and repairing building utility systems such as electrical wiring and controls, heating, and ventilating systems

• Oversee mechanics who maintain, repair, and service plant equipment, buildings, and facilities

• Administers training programs to ensure proper operations, preventive maintenance, and repair equipment programs and procedures

• Additional responsibilities related to continued reliability in plant manufacturing systems, building, grounds, and equipment, as needed

Working Conditions:

• Large amount of walking, stair climbing required

• Noise and temperature levels vary depending on which area of the plant tasks are located

• Employee will typically work 50-55 hours per week M-F with Saturday work, if necessary

• Regular work with heavy and dangerous machinery

Requirements: Describe necessary knowledge or skills, and type and amount of formal schooling, and work experience normally required to obtain these. Do not describe your own particular background.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, civil, biochemical or related field required

Experience

• 1-2 years proven reliability engineering experience in the food industry, industry-specific experience encouraged

• Experience in leadership or supervising a team preferred

Special Skills:

• Ability to read wiring schematics, electrical drawings, circuits, and computer programs

• Ability to read and write more than one language preferred

• Strong computer skills; including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management

• Demonstrated leadership skills

• Food safety knowledge

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize well

• Strong communication and people skills

• Attention to detail

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Relationships:

• Internal: Employees on the production line, maintenance employees and plant management

• External: Vendors and contractors

Supervision of Personnel: List titles reporting directly through you and number of employees reporting through each

• Manages: Mechanics, electricians, and other hourly and management support team members

EOE/Vet/Disabled