Corporate Operations Engineering Manager Job # 978...

The Supply Operations Department, located in Pleasanton, California has an opening for a Corporate Operations Engineering Manager.



* POSITION PURPOSE: The primary purpose for this position is to strengthen Supply Operations ability to develop and execute major capital projects that deliver strategic value and financial success. This position also develops, prioritizes, and implements major strategic initiatives and key business objectives in collaboration with the Supply senior leadership team. The position directs the engineering analysis, short and long term planning and project implementation that will impact all Supply facilities. The position will direct innovation and technological advancements to leverage a competitive advantage. Also, this position will lead, mentor and influence the development of other Engineering staff at backstage and in the field.



Qualifications:

* B.S. Degree preferred in engineering field, professional certification desired, focused in project management, operations & process control

* 7 years experience in strategic capital execution, including project design, development and management using broad experience from multiple disciplines

* 5 years experience in supervising others with emphasis in managing by influence

* Extensive knowledge of food plant and/or distribution facility engineering, process design and capital project management.

* Skilled in facility layout and design, food regulatory requirements, process improvement and team problem solving methods.

* Must possess significant industry knowledge in process equipment, operating systems, controls, packaging technology and related manufacturing and/or distribution systems.

* Manages financial impact on Supply operations and major outside customers by developing and managing major capital investments and strategic projects.

* Consistently develops strategic business solutions, utilizing capital investments.

* Strong interpersonal, team building and analytical skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Must be adept at change management with excellent customer service skills.

* Must be result focused and a pro-active team leader to manage multiple projects and meet key deadlines.

* Knowledge of PC skills, including MS Project, Excel, Access, Power Point and Word. Working knowledge of other operational systems including ERP, Lawson, PMC.



* Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Develop, design and facilitate major capital improvements and strategic business initiatives for Supply operations. Ensure sound engineering, operational and financial feasibility for capital projects requiring Real Estate Approval. Select equipment, processing and/or distribution methods to drive facility best practices. Set standards for construction and equipment installation. Provide input to annual capital planning and leadership status reports.

* Lead Supply senior leaders, field management teams, maintenance engineers and backstage managers in the technical development and administration of capital projects.

* Prepare and develop preliminary layouts, conceptual designs and capital documentation for necessary presentations, approvals and business justifications to business unit leadership.

* Direct and manage bidding process, prepare and award contracts. Manage architect/engineers, consultants and job site managers to ensure project budget, timeline and performance. Manage change order process, invoice approvals and budget cost analysis for multiple projects.

* Collaborate with SWY retail construction, environmental and energy management groups. Introduce Supply senior leadership team to new methods and drive procedures that reduce operating costs and waste.

* Partner with field engineering and maintenance staff to improve facility maintenance and equipment reliability (Preventative Maintenance Computerized Systems & Total Productive Maintenance Programs).

* Direct Strategic Facility Planning initiative for Supply. Direct development of facility asset stewardship programs. Develop and support energy management and utility cost control initiatives. Reduce negative impact from regulatory compliance issues (OSHA, EPA, FDA). Complete periodic audits to assess effectiveness of facility programs. Improve Engineering Department performance by continuous improvement of process and project management tools.







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