Associate Plant Technical Manager - Hannibal, MO

General Mills; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills in Hannibal, MO seeks an Associate Plant Technical Manager (APTM) to assist the Plant Technical Manager, delivering technical leadership to drive the Old El Paso business and plant results. This developmental role targets progression to PTM, covering maintenance, system engineering, project engineering, and Manufacturing Excellence.

You will lead a team, develop capital plans, and drive manufacturing excellence while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BS or MS in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred).
• Proven leadership experience in projects or programs.
• Strong engineering problem-solving ability and technical aptitude.
• Experience interacting with multiple business functions such as Quality, Purchasing, Finance, Operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop site strategic plan for technical staffing, capital investment, and system improvements.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure compliance with EPA/OSHA requirements.
• Coach and develop maintenance and facilities teams to improve reliability and performance.
• Lead capital investment planning and project execution for the site.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering aptitude

Education

Engineering degree (BS/MS)

Job description

Company Overview

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

Company Overview

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

Position Overview

The Associate Plant Technical Manager (APTM) is responsible for assisting the Plant Technical Manager in providing the technical expertise and technical leadership to deliver results for the plant and the businesses it supports. The APTM will mainly focus their efforts on supporting the Old El Paso business and performance. The APTM role is a developmental role to prepare for leadership as a PTM (PTM) upon completion of the program. Development areas will be customized to the need of the APTM and would cover leadership areas such as maintenance, system engineering, project engineering, Manufacturing Excellence and people leadership. The APTM will have 7 direct reports as part of their responsibilities. This role reports directly to the site PTM.

Leadership

Accountabilities

• Development of site strategic plan for technical staffing, capital investment, general competencies, and system/technology improvements
• HMM enabler and driver
• Coaching, mentoring, and development of plant technical resources
• Accountability for management of external technical relationships with A/E firms, contractors, and equipment vendors
• Provide technical leadership and site compliance with EPA and OSHA requirements in concert with designated functional experts
• Provide site leadership to achieve maximization/optimization of capital assets and site utilization as well as lead safety initiatives in technical areas
• Champion progression to zero using the tools, processes, and standards as defined in the Manufacturing Excellence guidebook.

Capital Planning & Execution

• Develop short term and long-range capital investment plans for facility and be accountable for the planning and execution of all projects
• Responsible for the capital investment process for the site (e.g. standards, project management, capital approval, etc.).

Vertical Start Up/Continuous Improvement/Manufacturing Excellence

• Develop and support strategies that integrate VSU, CI and Manufacturing Excellence methodologies into the Master Plan
• Provide leadership for the application of Manufacturing Excellence to meet business objectives
• Provide site leadership for technical solutions to operational problems including systems optimization, debottlenecking, and troubleshooting
• Accountable for the strategy, design and implementation of control systems and manufacturing information systems Maintenance & Reliability
• Coach and develop Maintenance and Facilities Manager to improve maintenance systems in alignment with Manufacturing Excellence. Provide strategy and support for maintenance programs, development of tools and resources, personnel selection, training, and development.
• Provide coaching to Design for Impact, data & analytics, and digital tools capability.
• Integrate Maintenance into the strategy for the broader technical community at the plant Ensure the proper selection, training, development, and motivation of leaders to maximize current and future performance
• Lead and support plant continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• BS or MS engineering degree. ABET Engineering degree required
• Minimum of 6 years technical experience in project engineering, systems or process engineering, facilities management, or technical discipline engineering in a manufacturing environment with maintenance experience
• Strong track record of engineering aptitude, ability to apply engineering principles, and technical problem solving
• Strong leadership skills, including experience leading others in projects or programs, and the ability to successfully interact with individuals representing other areas or interests and the ability to manage team leaders & mechanics
• Understanding and experience interacting with multiple business functions, including Quality Control, Purchasing, Distribution, Human Resources, Finance and especially Operations
• Ability to identify potential business solutions involving a broad scope of thinking across businesses and functions to develop new innovation
• Unwavering commitment to food, human, and environmental safety as always the number 1 priority

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• Experience directly leading maintenance teams
• Experience directly leading a team of engineers
• Experience with industrial and/or labor relations from working in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of and experience with manufacturing improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma

Additional Considerations

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
• On -Site Position Located in Hannibal, MO: This is an on-site role located in Hannibal, MO; remote work is not available for this position. Candidates must reside within commuting distance or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided.

SALARY RANGE

The Salary Range For This Position Is

$110,800 - $166,300 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

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