Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
Experience in an aseptic environment preferred
Demonstrated experience in multi-site capital planning
Formal project management training or certifications are a plus
Experience with food processing and utility systems preferred
Track record of following LEAN Capital Initiative Management processes
Proficient in CADD, Microsoft Excel, and project management software
Responsibilities
Lead the development of a 5-year capital plan for manufacturing facilities
Manage capital projects according to the Capital Initiative Management program
Oversee project KPIs including safety, budget tracking, and timeliness
Collaborate with procurement on strategies for assigned projects
Guide business case development with on-site engineering teams
Mentor and coach engineering team members
Work cross-functionally to achieve project and operational goals
Benefits
Work from home flexibility
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Involvement in a strategic leadership role
Significant impact on capital project execution and operational excellence
Full Job Description
Employee Type:
Full time
Location:
IL Works from Home
Job Type:
Engineering
Job Posting Title:
Senior Manager, Engineering
Job Description:
About the Role:
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Senior Manager, Engineering, to lead capital planning and project execution across multiple food manufacturing facilities. In this critical leadership role, you will guide a high-performing engineering team in developing and executing a 5-year capital plan aligned with our broader business strategy. You will oversee the capital workstream using a structured Initiative Management process, ensuring the seamless delivery of key projects. A key focus will be strengthening the team’s technical capabilities to support successful execution of capital programs and long-term operational excellence.
You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:
Collaboratively form and lead internal and external cross functional resources to develop a 5-year capital plan for manufacturing facilities in scope. This includes implementation of projects at multiple locations across the U.S. and Canada.
Lead teams to ensure all aspects of assigned capital projects are managed following our Capital Initiative Management program.
Responsible for the team’s project KPIs including safety, food safety, environmental impacts, operational impacts, adherence to scope, CQV performance, on time delivery, cash flow, and overall budget tracking.
Partner with the capital sourcing manager to develop procurement strategies on assigned projects and execute them.
Support on-site engineering and plant leadership to develop and review business case screening scopes, schedules and estimates on engineering concepts. Review with leadership to provide a directional view of projects; ultimately lead process through approval on prioritized projects.
Mentor, coach and lead team members, both internal and external, to ensure resources meet the business’ engineering needs.
Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, EHS, Transportation & Warehousing, Supply Planning, Technical Services, Reliability and Maintenance, Environmental, Sustainability, R&D, Finance, Human Resources/Labor Relations the Growth Unit leaders, and IT to deliver assigned goals and projects.
Important Details:
This is a full-time role that is expected to travel approximately 50% across assigned plants within the US and Canada.
The preferred locations for this role are Toronto, Ontario or Chicago, Illinois
The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $132,300.00 - 198,500.00 USD annually. This is the lowest to highest salary that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay.
You’ll fit right in if you have:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
Experience working in an aseptic environment strongly preferred, including but not limited to operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, capital project execution, startup and process validation
Experienced in multi-site capital planning. Demonstrated strategic planning capabilities.
Formal project management training or certifications are a plus
Experience with utility systems, wastewater pre-treatments systems, ingredient handling, food processing, and primary and secondary packaging systems preferred
Demonstrated track record of following LEAN Capital Initiative Management processes.
Continuous improvement mindset, to challenge current processes both internally and externally with ability to bring adaptable solutions forward
Proficient with CADD and Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. Proven effectiveness in working collaboratively within a matrix organization
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About TreeHouse Foods
TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of private label packaged foods and beverages in North America. The company has over 40 production facilities across the United States, Canada, and Italy, and employs approximately 10,000 people. TreeHouse Foods' product portfolio includes shelf-stable, refrigerated, frozen, and fresh products, as well as beverage products. The company's customers include leading grocery retailers, foodservice distributors, and industrial manufacturers. TreeHouse Foods is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious goals to reduce its environmental impact and improve the sustainability of its products and operations.
