Engineering Project Manager

Schreiber Foods, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Relocation package

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Bonus pay

Wellness incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Care program

Job summary

Schreiber Foods, Inc. seeks a Project & Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams through the Enterprise Project Management (EPM) process, delivering on strategic objectives and customer requirements.

Located at the Green Bay home office, this role offers a $10,000 relocation bonus for movers over 50 miles and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your life and career growth. Eligible partners receive ESOP participation, a strong 401(k) plan, annual bonus opportunities, and

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Engineering and Project Management.
• Ability to function in a team environment.
• End-user computer skills.
• Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities.
• Internal partners: Minimum of 2 years of experience in current role.
• 20-25% Travel.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating proposed projects from a business viewpoint and recommending appropriate course of action to upper management.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, sanitation, and government regulations.
• Guiding and advising project team members lead cross-functional teams for assigned projects. Ensure adherence to Schreiber's project management process (EPM) in order to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the project team; guide them to understand and apply the EPM process.
• Monitoring projects with overall company objectives in mind rather than just meeting detailed requirements.
• Staying current with new technology and processes that could help improve Schreiber profit margins and recommending applications for this technology.
• Leading project teams and coordinating efforts with other departments to ensure the customer's needs will be met.
• Providing clear communication and direction.
• Providing guidance with the development of specifications, capital equipment, and the selection of vendors and contractors.
• Devising testing procedures and trials to verify design concepts.
• Providing technical advice and assistance to our internal partners.
• Developing and implementing training programs for team members to help ensure project success.
• Assisting in cross-training efforts to help develop partner’s skills in other functional areas of engineering.
• Investigating and evaluating new or improved technology/methods that may improve production systems or facilities.
• Assisting the team leader with system-imposed requests as required (upper management meetings, personnel, technical reviews, lead engineering sessions, advisory help, customer visits, etc.)
• Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Leadership

End-user computer skills

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Category: Project & Program Management

Job Family: Enterprise Project Management

Job Description: In this role you will lead groups and projects. You will work with a variety of departments to bring direction to complex situations by clearly defining vision, mission and goals. You will often work on very challenging assignments because of their prototypical or developmental nature. This role is accountable for obtaining clearly defined project success criteria and outcomes that aid in achieving desired strategic, business outcomes. This will be accomplished by leading cross functional teams through Schreiber’s project management process, Enterprise Project Management (EPM).

This position is located at our Home Office in Green Bay, WI. Relocating candidates (50+ miles) are eligible for $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package.

What you’ll do:

• Evaluating proposed projects from a business viewpoint and recommending appropriate course of action to upper management
• Ensuring compliance with safety, sanitation, and government regulations
• Guiding and advising project team members lead cross-functional teams for assigned projects. Ensure adherence to Schreiber's project management process (EPM) in order to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the project team; guide them to understand and apply the EPM process.
• Monitoring projects with overall company objectives in mind rather than just meeting detailed requirements
• Staying current with new technology and processes that could help improve Schreiber profit margins and recommending applications for this technology
• Leading project teams and coordinating efforts with other departments to ensure the customer's needs will be met
• Providing clear communication and direction
• Providing guidance with the development of specifications, capital equipment, and the selection of vendors and contractors
• Devising testing procedures and trials to verify design concepts
• Providing technical advice and assistance to our internal partners
• Developing and implementing training programs for team members to help ensure project success
• Assisting in cross-training efforts to help develop partner’s skills in other functional areas of engineering
• Investigating and evaluating new or improved technology/methods that may improve production systems or facilities
• Assisting the team leader with system-imposed requests as required (upper management meetings, personnel, technical reviews, lead engineering sessions, advisory help, customer visits, etc.)
• Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelors in Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Engineering and Project Management
• Ability to function in a team environment
• End-user computer skills
• Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities
• Internal partners: Minimum of 2 years of experience in current role
• 20-25% Travel

Eligible partners will receive:

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits.
• When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.
• In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount - about 8% of your earnings - toward your retirement every year.
• Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help.
• Benefits that support your whole life.
• Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

Travel Requirements:

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Work Authorization:

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, shelf-stable beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.

Life & Culture - We call ourselves partners – not employees – and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. Our common goals drive and energize us as we work together to be the best we can be. Caring is a huge part of who we are. We not only help each other grow; we take care of each other along the way. Whenever a partner is experiencing a hardship, it’s common for others to take the initiative to organize fundraisers to help support them through our Partners Helping Partners program. We also care about our communities and want to help make them better places to live every day.

Who are we looking for? Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we’re on a journey together. It’s about more than a job. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. Like a family, we care deeply about each other.