Engineering Manager

Kendallville, IN

The **Engineering Manager **will improve performance of productive equipment, preserve plant physical assets, and control maintenance labor and material costs to achieve plant performance goals.They willbe responsible forforecastingandcontrollingplant capital spend to maximize investment value.This role will ensurecompliance with Environmental Protection Agency regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, the Occupational Safety & Health Act, and other regulations and standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Protect the environment, and the company's good name and assets from harm by meeting all applicable environmental regulations and respondingimmediatelyto potentialviolations

  • 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, maintenance expenses, and utility budgets

  • Manage capital and facility maintenance 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 effectiveutilizationof Engineering and Facility Maintenanceresources

  • Assistand oversee maintenance of the plant equipment, buildings, and other assets to protect these assets and reduce equipment relateddowntime

  • Research and develop new processing techniques to improve quality of product and productionefficiencies

  • Establish departmental goals thatmaintainfocus on improving line efficiencies and productquality

  • Determine equipment capabilities for new or revised factorylayouts

  • Evaluate production and packaging needs for Capital Equipment

  • Participate on the Food Safety and HACCP Team

  • Assistand partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean/Heinz Global Production System (HGPS)), including leading change initiatives, planning, andfacilitation

  • Participate in the QRMP yearly audit andassistin the development of procedures and correctiveactions

  • Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field ispreferred

  • Minimum of 5+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 startup

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience working with process and high speed/automationequipment

  • Previousexperience managing along termcapital project plan

  • Clear understanding of engineering economics and project justification

  • 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 operationsin order toevaluate operatingefficiencies

  • Must be familiar with maintenance management systemoperations

  • Leadership skills gained through course work, seminars, and experience in supervisory positions in maintenance and/or supervising contractors on capitalprojects

  • Experience in Controls is preferred

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.