Dairy Plant Project Manager - Lead Process Improvement

Associated-Milk-Producers-Inc.; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

PTO

401k

Short-term disability

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) is seeking a qualified Engineer/Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects across AMPI’s Midwest dairy facilities, including raw milk processing and secondary processing areas.

You will plan, direct and track improvement efforts, manage budgets, and collaborate with management, operations and vendors to drive growth, quality, safety and cost efficiency. A BS in Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related field, plus at least 3 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3 years of related work experience required.
• Prior experience in food and dairy manufacturing is required.
• Prior experience in project management, estimating, or design is required.
• Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMPs, OSHA and loss control programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage projects in raw milk processing, secondary processing and other non operating areas.
• Plan and direct improvement projects; identify and resolve problems timely.
• Work with management and corporate functions on project planning for growth, process improvement, safety.
• Lead cross functional teams to gain consensus and execute business projects.
• Facilitate training; perform assessments to identify asset deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress and cost tracking reports; manage budgets to ensure on-time, within-budget completion.
• Perform cost and benefit analysis for various design options.
• Communicate professionally with staff to share and develop technical knowledge.
• Maintain vendor/supplier relationships to evaluate materials, software, and equipment selections.
• Provide regulatory updates and technical information on equipment design, Food Safety and packaging.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related field

equivalent experience

3 years of related work experience

experience in food and dairy manufacturing

experience in project management, estimating, or design

SQF, HACCP, GMP, OSHA knowledge

Job description

Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) is seeking a qualified Engineer/Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects across AMPI’s Midwest dairy facilities, including raw milk processing and secondary processing areas.

You will plan, direct and track improvement efforts, manage budgets, and collaborate with management, operations and vendors to drive growth, quality, safety and cost efficiency. A BS in Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related field, plus at least 3 years in