Head of Operations Engineering

Ash & Harris Executive Search; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in beverage manufacturing seeks a Head of Operations Engineering to lead engineering operations, ensuring operational excellence. Responsibilities include managing large-scale projects, fostering collaboration across teams, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have extensive leadership experience in the food and beverage industry, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in an engineering operations role, ideally within the food and beverage industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in problem-solving and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee engineering operations in collaboration with various teams.
• Manage plant renovations, improvement projects, and facility expansions.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement to boost overall plant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description:

The Head of Operations Engineering is a vital leadership position based in our clients beverage manufacturing facility. The role is designed to ensure seamless engineering operations throughout the organization, fostering a collaborative environment, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Collaboration:

- Lead and oversee engineering operations in collaboration with Maintenance, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), Process, Controls, and Reliability Engineering teams.

- Cultivate a culture of teamwork and open communication across departments to drive successful project outcomes.

Project Management:

- Manage plant renovations, improvement projects, and facility expansions.

- Ensure projects are executed efficiently, adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

- Strategize for minimal disruption to production and downtime schedules.

Operational Efficiency:

- Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of processes and systems to enhance operational efficacy.

- Ensure resource allocation is optimized for cost-effective solutions aligned with business objectives.

Problem Solving & Decision Making:

- Address complex challenges to maintain strong system performance.

- Utilize data-driven approaches to enhance problem-solving and decision-making processes.

Continuous Improvement:

- Drive initiatives for continuous improvement to boost overall plant performance and efficiency.

- Foster a culture of innovation and excellence in engineering practices.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

- Extensive leadership experience in an engineering operations role, ideally within the food and beverage industry.

- Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.

- Strong analytical skills with experience in problem-solving and implementing process improvements.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.