Newly Weds Foods

Engineering Project Manager

Newly Weds Foods • $150K — $180K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS or BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or equivalent experience.
  • 5-10+ years of project management/project engineering experience.
  • CAD knowledge is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of process and electrical controls with strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience in food manufacturing is essential.
  • Willingness to travel 60-70% of the time, including international travel.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Corporate Engineering Department Capital Projects from concept to completion.
  • Collaborate on capital budget development and appropriation requests for management approval.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to manage capital projects of various scales.
  • Oversee project design to meet objectives within approved budgets and timelines.
  • Evaluate vendor proposals for equipment and prepare purchase requisitions for payments.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and construction standards from governing agencies.
  • Coordinate contractors and oversee installation, commissioning, and training.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Incentive Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K Cash Accumulation Plan
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
Manages Corporate Engineering Department Capital Projects over the project life cycle from concept to completion - Scope development, cost estimate preparation, and tracking, facility layout & design, equipment specification and procurement. Responsible for Design, construction, installation, and commissioning for assigned projects. This is a fully on-site position.

Essential Functions:

Open to relocation and/or based at a Newly Weds Foods facility, with preferred locations including Chicago, IL; Erlanger, KY; Memphis, TN; or Springdale, AR.
  • Responsible for the capital budget by collaborating and developing capital appropriation requests with facility staff for submission to NWF management for approval.
  • Manages capital projects of different scale by leading cross-functional teams with internal and external resources. Develops scope of work, preliminary budgets, detailed cost estimates, equipment specifications, drawings, bid documents, bid tabulations from vendor proposals and schedules for NWF management approval.
  • Oversees the project design and development to ensure that the project delivers all project objectives on time, and within the approved capital budget as effectively and efficiently as possible.
  • Works with equipment vendors to obtain and evaluate competitive proposals for equipment required on projects. Prepares purchase requisitions and approves project-related invoices for payment. Schedules equipment deliveries, services, or trades.
  • Ensures compliance of equipment, construction, and safety standards with governing agencies such as FDA, , BRC, OSHA, EPA, etc.
  • Works cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, R&D, IT, Quality, Sanitation, Health & Safety, Legal, and other departments as required.
  • Oversees contractors, building construction, and field installation of processing systems - including ensuring equipment and workmanship meet or exceed project requirements, preparing reports on fieldwork, initiating any required change orders, through to start-up, and commissioning.
  • Complete Factory Acceptance Tests or Pre-Delivery Inspections at supplier's site as required. Oversee and coordinate equipment start-up, commissioning, and training.
  • Oversee development of supporting set-up, run, and change-over documentation for equipment, including Process Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions. May use appropriate input from the machine operators, supervisors, and other technical personnel.
  • Protects company assets, confidential information, and intellectual property.
  • Performs other duties or special projects as needed.

Qualifications:
  • BS or BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or equivalent experience Required to travel - up to 50% with both domestic and international travel (pending project needs)
  • 5-10+ years of project management /project engineering experience.
  • CAD knowledge (experience a plus).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of process and electrical controls. Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Experience in food manufacturing
  • Open to relocation and/or position be based out of a NWF facility, preferably Chicago, Erlanger, KY, or Cleveland TN.
  • Must be willing to travel 60-70% of the time.

Work Environment:
  • General office setting.
  • Periodic exposure to (1) a loud environment, (2) airborne particles with stronger odors associated with spicy food ingredients, (3) cold, hot, wet, and humid conditions, (4) walking and standing on concrete, (5) climbing steps, ladders, (6) standing on elevated surfaces (on occasions greater than 50')
  • Fast-paced environment.
  • On-Site 5 days a week with travel 60-70% of the time.

Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Incentive Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Pet Insurance

Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year

About Newly Weds Foods

Newly Weds Foods is a global leader in food ingredient technology. The company creates and produces a wide range of innovative seasoning blends, spices, batters, breadings, and functional ingredients for the food processing, foodservice, and retail industries. Newly Weds Foods has a presence in over 70 countries and operates 25 manufacturing facilities worldwide. The company's products are used in a variety of food applications, including poultry, meat, seafood, bakery, snack, and prepared foods. Newly Weds Foods was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about Newly Weds Foods
Size
3,500 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$20 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$500 million
* Ladders Estimates

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