Project Manager, Manufacturing

The Project Manager reports to the Senior Director of Engineering and is responsible for the end-to-end project management of varied projects across the manufacturing operation, managing projects from concept to commissioning within a varied manufacturing environment either in the field of process, packing or facilities and utilities.

This is an onsite role based at our Roasting Plant in Alameda, CA with 30% travel to HO in Emeryville and additional supply chain sites throughout US.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment requirements and legislation implementation and ensures compliance to legal and corporate standards & policies in projects and installations executed; design and execution including  LOTOTO (Lock Out Tag Out Test Out), permit to work, hazard work permits, behavioral observation systems, contractor management.

• Responsible to ensure that ergonomics and SHE – Safety, Health & Environment risks are mitigated or eliminated in projects executed.

• Managing contractors in the work area, preparing permits and reviewing risk assessments and method statements.

• Responsible for Quality requirements and legislation implementation and ensure compliance to legal and corporate standards & policies in projects executed.

• Ensures project designs and execution include and follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Hygienic Design principles, ISO, HACCP and are in line with JDE Manufacturing Operating System Standards.

• Responsible for (pre-)engineering scoping, costing and capital expenditure request document preparation using the appropriate JDE PEETS project management and technical standards, processes and procedures.

• Engaging and communicating with all relevant stakeholders and project team members through the whole lifecycle of the project to ensure that the project deliverables meets all practical requirements (maintenance, operation, training, etc).

• Giving regular updates on project progress to steering committee, team members and plant management.

• Manage and co-ordinate the detailed project design activities including the following:

• Coordinate, liaise and communicate with (int./ext.) designers, authorities (for notice, permitting and/or approval) and responsible JDE stakeholders (SSE, QA, M&R, etc.).

• Have drawings and calculations prepared (int./ext. company), as required based on project scope; for purpose of permitting, tendering, documentation etc.

• Distribute and share information to relevant project team members and stakeholders, based on project RACI communication matrix.

• Contact with suppliers, enquire quotations for equipment, installation and/or engineering services and have purchase orders created based on and in line with budget and time schedule planning.

• Prepare RFQ technical documents and follow up tender/ contract negotiation together with Procurement. Carry out Total Cost of Ownership assessment (investment v operating costs) for major CAPEX buy equipment.

• Ensure to have the Technical Project Documentation prepared (int. or by 3rd party contractor): collect, compile and share required files of the (sub-)project; participate in safety assessments/reviews, according to local standards, laws, regulation and JDE company procedures (Engineering Management and Contactors Management).

• Working with the software engineers to develop a URS – User Request Specification for the process installation and review FDS – Functional Development Specification.

• Management of orders: raising Purchase Requests, following deliveries with the suppliers, receipting and checking invoice discrepancies.

• Planning and regular review of budget incl. updated forecast: kind and amount of purchase orders still needed to be spent to deliver the detailed, agreed scope

• Managing cost versus budget using the appropriate standards (Capex Pro Software) to report actual, commitment, and remaining budget spend on a weekly basis to Engineering Manager and/or Plant Finance the CAPEX spending forecast and spending phasing for budget control.

• Start up the installation, together with the project team and suppliers and ensure full snag tracking and close out through commissioning, qualification and verification.

• Ensure relevant handover documentation is in place such as OEM manuals, training documents and risk assessments. Arrange for appropriate training and provision of training material before installation start up.

Who You Are:

• 3–5 years of experience managing and implementing multi-million-dollar capital (CapEx) projects.

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• Highly motivated, resilient, and comfortable taking on new challenges.

• Organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Collaborative, results-oriented team player with a strong focus on execution.

This description outlines the role’s essential functions but may evolve with business needs.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 - $150,000.00.The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role. In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. 

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