Engineering Project Manager

Puratos; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; USD 93,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starts first of the m

401(k) with fully vested matching

Over 5 weeks PTO in first year

Life coaching and onsite health exams

Lifestyle Spending Account

Annual bonus target 10%

Job summary

Puratos USA, headquartered in Pennsauken, NJ, is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead capital projects and drive process reliability across our manufacturing operations. The role requires collaboration with Operations, Group Engineering, QA, QC, R&D, and Finance to deliver measurable improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a 4-year engineering degree and 5+ years of project/maintenance experience, with expertise in Lean Six Sigma and GMP practices.

Qualifications

• 4 year bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 5-10 years of project, process, construction and maintenance management engineering experience.
• Demonstrated use of quality improvement tools including problem solving, statistical process control and design of experiments.

Responsibilities

• Project & CAPEX Management: Project Management and Engineering for Capital Expenditure projects, in cooperation with Operations, Group Engineering, QA, QC, R&D, and Finance departments.
• Provides leadership and direction in assessing, determining and executing capital expenditures and maintenance enhancement needs across multiple sites with focus on productivity improvements and cost reduction while assuring safety, quality, GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and/or support the process of Capital Expenditure projects using the PM methodology defined within the Group, including user requirement specs and IRR calculations.

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Process improvement

GMP compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Location USA - National Hwy, Pennsauken (NJ)- Puratos US HQ Campus

Join our team as an Engineering Project Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations. In this high-visibility position, you will manage capital projects, support strategic growth initiatives, and lead efforts to improve process reliability, product quality, and operational performance. We're looking for a collaborative leader with expertise in project management, engineering principles, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies who is ready to drive meaningful business results.

Location: Pennsauken, NJ – On-site

What You Bring

At least 5 years of project, process, construction and maintenance management engineering experience preferably in the food or pharma space.

Primary Responsibilities

Project & CAPEX Management:

Project Management and Engineering for Capital Expenditure projects, in cooperation with Operations, Group Engineering, QA, QC, R&D, and Finance departments

Provides leadership and direction in assessing, determining and executing capital expenditures and maintenance enhancement needs across multiple sites with significant focus on improving productivity and minimizing labor & overhead costs, as well as minimizing production, ingredient and packaging waste while assuring highest levels of safety, quality, GMP and regulatory compliance

Lead and/or support the process of Capital Expenditure projects using the PM methodology defined as standard within the Group, including definition of user requirement specifications, give support to the IRR calculations, being responsible for conceptual design in compliance with the Project objectives and budget estimation

Process Engineering and Operational Continuous Improvement:

Improvement and optimization of the process and equipment performance including troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical and controls issues across multiple sites

Interface between R&D, Production, Maintenance, QA, QC, and Finance

Knowledge expert for the processes and the equipment operations.

Continuous Improvement champion for operational equipment and processes.

Requirements

4 year bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering, or similar.

Minimum 5-10 years of project, process, construction and maintenance management engineering experience

Demonstrated use of quality improvement tools including problem solving, statistical process control and design of experiment.

Must be proficient with using computer systems and can learn maintenance software applications (SAP)

Strong planning and execution skills

Must have direct experience in implementing and operating with TQM, Lean, Six-Sigma continuous improvement methodologies and programs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (Spanish is an asset)

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexibl e environment

Physical demands include occasional standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs , and occasional climbing, kneeling, and crawling.

Environmental conditions may include working at heights, exposure to machinery, noise, extreme temperatures, dust, and fumes.

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:

Compensation

Compensation for this role is salary and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical salary range between $92,960- $133,630/year.

This role is eligible for a targeted annual bonus equal to 10%. Final bonus payouts are determined by both individual and company performance.

Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period

Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions

Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year

Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses

Lifestyle Spending Account

“If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”

Grow Your Career At Puratos USA
At Puratos USA, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, innovation centers, production facilities, and distribution sites nationwide. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing, collaboration, and the latest technology ensures that our employees can innovate and thrive. Headquartered in Pennsauken, NJ, with locations in Boston, Chicago, Kenosha, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Seattle, we create pathways for career development and impactful contributions within the company, industry, and the communities we operate in.
We are a People First organization driven by our values and Puratos magic culture. Join us to drive positive change through food innovation for good.

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.