Project Engineering Manager

Refresco; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Project Engineering Manager in Joplin, Missouri, responsible for overseeing project planning and execution across its facilities. This role entails managing resources, timelines, and budgets while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 5 years of project management experience in an industrial environment, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• PMP certification preferred; Lean or Six Sigma certifications a plus.
• Background in beverage manufacturing, specifically canned products, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning and execution across all Refresco facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Drive equipment and line performance optimization.

Skills

Strong time-management and multitasking skills

Data-driven root-cause identification

Leadership presence

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills

Project Management skills

Comfortable with CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management or related field

5+ years of project management experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers across Europe, North America and Australia. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites located in these regions.

Position Description

The Project Engineering Manager will be responsible for moderate to complex project planning and execution across all Refresco facilities within the assigned region. The role manages resources, timelines, and budgets while ensuring compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear required PPE in warehouse or production areas.
• Ensure food quality and safety as per corporate, customer and governing body standards such as SQF.
• Execute medium to large‑scale projects (line upgrades, process upgrades, marketing initiatives, building extensions).
• Develop regional budgets, write project proposals and manage suppliers.
• Assist Plant Managers in capital budget development.
• Communicate with all departments to guarantee efficient project execution.
• Provide technical support throughout the company.
• Maintain engineering documents for all plants.
• Drive equipment and line performance optimization by analyzing production data to identify operating limits and eliminate chronic losses.
• Lead root‑cause failure analysis (RCFA) on major downtime events and develop permanent corrective actions across sites.
• Define and standardize optimal line operating conditions to maximize throughput.
• Improve maintenance effectiveness through preventive and predictive strategies using asset performance data.
• Ensure new equipment and capital projects deliver long‑term reliability and operational stability.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, environmental and corporate standards, investigate root causes of non‑compliance, and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Manage contractors, suppliers and third‑party resources involved in projects.
• Oversee procurement of materials and equipment.
• Facilitate communication between departments to support project goals.

Required Skills

• Strong time‑management and multitasking skills.
• Data‑driven root‑cause identification and solution implementation.
• Data collection, analysis and clear reporting.
• Leadership presence and ability to engage others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Discretion and integrity handling sensitive data.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical issues.
• Project Management skills – planning, executing and managing scope, budget and timeline.
• Comfortable with CAD software, creating and modifying technical drawings.
• Read blueprints and understand internal and external building designs.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, construction, automated equipment and maintenance techniques.
• Ownership, leadership, results focus, communication, customer focus and problem‑solving competencies.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• PMP certification preferred; Lean or Six Sigma certifications a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in performing complex assignments and providing technical guidance.
• Fast‑paced manufacturing environment experience.
• Background in beverage manufacturing, specifically canned products, preferred.

Working Conditions

• Visual/Sensory: requires attention to detail with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment fast‑paced, requiring focus under pressure.
• Mental stress from deadlines, project management and accuracy demands.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel anticipated.

Benefits

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• 12 paid holidays
• 15 vacation days and 6 paid (Sick) time off days
• Discount and total reward programs
• Medical/dental/vision insurance (US Inc.)
• Well‑being benefits and legal benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.