Project Engineer

Post Holdings, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Project Engineer/Manager to plan, schedule and coordinate capital projects across our egg and food processing facilities.

You will work with engineering, operations and vendors to define scope, budgets and timelines, ensuring compliance with GMPs and safety standards. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years of CapEx project management in a food production environment, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/chemical engineering or related combined experience/education.
• 3+ years of experience with CapEx projects, equipment/process design and food production environment a plus.
• Project management experience; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Identify, define, program manage and implement equipment/process/building/utility installations within the integrated supply chain.
• Plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate the technical and management aspects of projects, including contractors/equipment manufacturers/internal support.
• Recognize technical problems early and initiate corrective action.
• Maintain regular contact with project clients and site teams.
• Assist in engineering proposals and cost-saving opportunities.
• Travel approximately 10%.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/chemical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC knowledge

USDA regulations

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets.

Responsibilities

This position plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates assigned engineering work; monitors work for compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices and standards; ensures effective communication between all disciplines and all other project participants. They will work extensively with and require assistance from multiple departments throughout the facility to properly define and execute successful projects. Projects will vary greatly in requirements/execution and scope from small installations to major capital. The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects at varying sites, while maintaining budgets, timing and quality are a must. Candidate must possess a drive to consistently be improving/learning and applying new methods to overcome obstacles/barriers to complete their tasks.

This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, define, program manage and implement equipment/process/building/utility installations within the integrated supply chain.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating the technical and management aspects of projects, including contractors/equipment manufacturers/internal support.
• Ability to recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Requires extensive regular contact with assigned project clients.
• Work with the site on equipment/layout challenges.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project proposals.
• Support multiple departments within the facility by identifying cost savings opportunities.
• Support the plant with troubleshooting production/building/equipment issues as assigned.
• Support plant in development of equipment purchase/project plans for future replacement/upgrades or process capacity increases.
• Participating in meetings and resolving client/engineering and management project issues. Solicit feedback from the team and business to improve project execution.
• Ensure effective engineering and client communications through thorough understanding of the supply chain and the impact of assigned projects/equipment/building changes.
• Travel approximately 10%.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level, as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/chemical engineering or Related combined Experience/Education.
• 3+ years of experience with CapEx projects, Equipment/Process Design and Food Production Environment a plus.
• Project management experience. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication. Ability to work with vendors, customers, and employees.
• Experience with implementing projects in food processing environment.
• Experience with CPG packaging technology and automation.
• AutoCAD Software Experience.
• Knowledge of PLC’s, 3A standards, USDA Regulations.

The pay range for this position is $92,191 - $136,442 per year.