Project Engineering Manager

Job Description
The Project Engineering Manager will improve the performance of productive equipment, preserve plant physical assets, and control utilities labor and material costs to achieve plant performance goals. Forecast and control plant capital spend to maximize investment value. Ensure compliance with Environmental Protection Agency regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, the Occupational Safety & Health Act, and other regulations and standards.
Responsibilities:

• Protect the environment, and the company's good name and assets from harm by meeting all applicable environmental regulations and responding immediately to potential violations.
• Protect the company's employees through focus on ergonomic issues and employee safety during both the planning and execution of capital projects, and enforcement of factory safety regulations such as lock out/tag out for outside contractors and company employees.
• Develop, monitor and control the annual capital budget, and utility budgets.
• Manage capital projects and resources through timely equipment installation, service and repair.
• Develop ideas and projects to reduce utility and energy costs.
• Support the efficient operation of the Plant through effective utilization of Engineering and Facility Maintenance resources.
• Assist and oversee maintenance of the plant equipment, buildings, and other assets to protect these assets and reduce equipment related downtime.
• Research and develop new processing techniques to improve quality of product and production efficiency.
• Establish departmental goals that maintain focus on improving line efficiencies and product quality.
• Determine equipment capabilities for new or revised factory layouts.
• Evaluate production and packaging needs for Capital Equipment.
• Participate in the Food Safety and HACCP Team.
• Assist and partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean/Kraft Heinz Manager System (KHMS)), including leading change initiatives, planning, and facilitation.
• Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
• Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field is required
• Minimum of 7 years of increasing responsibility in plant engineering and project management in manufacturing
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with full cycle capital project management from appropriation preparation to field start up.
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with process and high speed/automation equipment.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA safety regulations, EPA regulations, and other related codes and regulations applying to the operation of a food products factory.
• Working knowledge of boiler and compressed air operations to evaluate operating efficiencies.
• Must be familiar with maintenance management system operations.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Clear understanding of engineering economics and project justification.
• Leadership skills gained through course work, seminars, and experience in supervisory positions in maintenance and/or supervising contractors on capital projects.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Avon Plant
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.