Job Description:
JDP is seeking a Project Manager for a food manufacturer located near Sioux City Iowa!
FULL RELOCATION PACKAGE to SIOUX CITY IOWA
Salary range-$100,000 to $110,000
Responsibilities:
- Solve complex engineering challenges, working with internal and external resources to optimize process flow and meet deadlines.
- Partner with the VP and GM to manage Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) funds for facility upgrades and expansions.
- Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of complex engineering projects, including design, RFPs, bids, scheduling, and implementation.
- Develop and present business cases for CAPEX projects, utilizing ROI analysis, environmental impact assessments, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Oversee Management of Change (MOC) requests for equipment modifications.
- Lead a design team in the completion of complex engineering projects.
- Draft Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for equipment.
- Play a key role in the selection, onboarding, training, and development of the maintenance team, fostering a strong equipment maintenance culture.
- Oversee the hiring, performance management, and disciplinary processes for team members.
- Drive continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.
- Partner with operations personnel to maximize equipment efficiency for optimal processing and product quality.
- Serve as the on-site manager for non-operational days, supervising plant duties and responsibilities.
- Function as the Plant Engineer in their absence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in manufacturing, with supervisory experience.
- Proven ability to make sound decisions and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Well-developed management skills with a strong track record of leading large teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, regulations, and business periodicals.
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to influence and persuade others.
- Strong mathematical and reasoning abilities.