Great Lakes Cheese Co

Engineering Project Manager III

Great Lakes Cheese Co$95K — $115K *
Hiram, OH 44234In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited institution
  • 4 years of project engineering experience
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving and hands-on troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent attention to detail on multiple simultaneous tasks

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage significant, complex capital improvement projects
  • Lead execution of complex greenfield construction projects
  • Coordinate large multi-department project design teams
  • Establish and implement clear project communication plans
  • Assist with scope, budget, and schedule development for capital improvement projects
  • Develop short and long-range capital plans for multiple facilities
  • Address and resolve emerging supplier and contractor issues

Benefits

  • Up to 50% travel
  • Adherence to strict safety policies and procedures
  • Engagement in continuous improvement and regulatory compliance
  • Opportunity to influence operational excellence through advanced engineering skills
Full Job Description
Job Overview

The Engineering Project Manager III is responsible for independently managing complex capital infrastructure projects across the enterprise and providing advanced technical knowledge and advice to the management team. This role will lead projects from ideation and concept development, exploration of options, and application of critical thinking through successful execution of capital infrastructure installations. The role establishes and maintains effective working relationships with A&E contractors, subcontractors, and other external partners to support project delivery. This role will also leverage strong cross-functional collaboration to ensure project success and contribute to the overall operational excellence of the company.

Job Responsibilities

  • Independently manage and lead significant, complex capital improvement, construction, and utility infrastructure projects from concept development through installation, startup, and handoff to the production facility.
  • Lead the execution of complex greenfield capital construction projects.
  • Coordinate and lead large multi-department project design teams consisting of engineering and other support areas, contractors, and consultants to achieve project deliverables.
  • Establish and implement a clear project communication plan
  • Assist GLC plant management teams with the preparation of significant, complex capital improvement projects, developing the work scope, schedule, budget, justification, and marketing efforts related to obtaining funding approval
  • Develop short range and long-range capital plans for multiple facilities
  • Address and resolve emerging issues from suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors, managing changes with minimal disruption to project objectives
  • Create, modify and support design requests for equipment layouts and design changes to facilities.
  • Serve as a technical resource during regulatory inspections and other interactions with regulatory agencies.
  • Support the transfer and implementation of process technologies from OEMs and external partners, including process validation activities and associated technical documentation.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams during the entire lifecycle of the project.
  • Apply advanced engineering and project management expertise to solve complex technical and operational challenges, including those requiring the adaptation of new technologies, methods, or concepts.
  • Analyze technology trends to improve infrastructure projects throughout the organization.
  • Collaborate with GLC Sustainability Team to provide data, improve infrastructure systems, reduce emissions, and provide insight to the project team of possible technologies that could impact the project.
  • Inform management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.
  • Maintain a strong working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, reduce energy consumption, and develop recommendations accordingly.
  • Up to 50% travel.
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.


Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited institution
  • 4 years of project engineering experience Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the United States without sponsorship.
  • Excellent verbal & written communications skills.
  • Strong problem solving and hands on trouble shooting skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail on multiple simultaneous tasks.


Preferred Education and Experience

  • 4-8-years of project engineering experience.
  • Project management and experience including sanitary design and SQF requirements in a food manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in the Food and Beverage industry.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office including Excel, Project, and Word.
  • Experience in building construction, plant utilities, and wastewater treatment.
  • Mastery of GMPs and the know how to work and manage within a regulatory environment.
  • Strong technical skills, cost consciousness, organizational, and communication skills taking projects from concept development to commercialization stages.
  • OSHA 10hr Safety Certification.
  • Lean manufacturing and CI experience.


Working Conditions
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35°F to 100°F; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment

About Great Lakes Cheese Co

Great Lakes Cheese Co is a food and beverage company that produces and distributes cheese products to customers in the United States and around the world. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Hiram, Ohio. Great Lakes Cheese Co operates multiple production facilities across the country and employs over 3,000 people. The company's products include a wide variety of cheeses, including cheddar, mozzarella, and provolone. Great Lakes Cheese Co is committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service to all of its customers.
Learn more about Great Lakes Cheese Co
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1958

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