Sr. Project Engineer - Murfreesboro, TN

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer at the Murfreesboro Pillsbury plant to drive capital projects, manage scope, schedule and budget, and deliver technical solutions across the site.

You will work with cross-functional teams including R&D, quality, manufacturing, and finance to ensure successful project execution. The role emphasizes project leadership, safety culture, and adherence to food manufacturing regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field with applicable experience
• 3 years of project engineering experience in a continuous manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated skills in managing large concurrent assignments with focus on project management and productivity
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from scope to close-out including budget, schedule, procurement, and installation
• Develop and maintain design standards for unit operations
• Ensure safety culture within engineering team and across site
• Collaborate with R&D, quality, manufacturing and operations leadership
• Support annual capital planning and apply Continuous Improvement tools

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

OVERVIEW

The Sr. Project Engineer will develop and execute manufacturing plant capital projects including scope, schedule, budget, procurement, installation, and performance. This role will provide technical solutions across the site, working with a cross functional team. This role supports the Murfreesboro Pillsbury plant.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead Engineer on capital projects - overall project management, budget, schedule management, construction management, start-up, conceptual phases, project close-out, scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment sizing and selection, procurement, installation, check-out.
• Lead system design standards development for divisional unit operations. Includes improvements to existing standards using appropriate technical evaluation and involvement.
• Lead engineering safety culture.
• Maintain engineering interface with business unit team - maintain close working relationship with R&D, quality, manufacturing, operations leadership, and financial operations.
• Offer production support and troubleshooting assistance to Engineers, Team Leaders, and Maintenance Provide innovative technical solutions required to meet business objectives with emphasis on productivity. Provide support to annual capital planning process, which may include development and management of the capital program for an operating department Utilize Continuous Improvement tools, including but not limited to Early Management, Specialized Maintenance, Autonomous Maintenance, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Induced Failure Testing, and support CI and Phase Progression efforts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, or related degree with applicable experience, or extensive relevant work experience
• 3 years of project engineering experience in a continuous manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated skills in executing several large concurrent assignments with emphasis on project management, productivity, and packing development
• Demonstrated technical leadership, adaptability, analytical and problem-solving skills, decision making, troubleshooting, communications, team management, and human relations skills
• Strong ability to involve operators and mechanics in the project process
• Experience working with plant technicians, leadership staff, outside vendors and managing contractors and engineering firms
• Must have a good understanding of packaging and processing systems and a working knowledge of plant manufacturing, engineering, quality, and research functions
• Thorough understanding of Food Manufacturing Regulatory Requirements (GMP’s, Food Safety, etc.).
• Experience working with EPA and OHSA regulations
• Experience with continuous improvement, LEAN, Six Sigma, TPM, or related processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Adaptability / Flexibility: Functions effectively within ever-changing environments. Easily adjusts to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity, and change. Is resilient and calm under pressure
• Learns and applies new concepts quickly and effectively
• Works collaboratively across organizational boundaries to achieve company results
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and influence individuals at different levels of the organization
• Possess strong problem solving and computer skills
• High mechanical aptitude
• Desire for technical excellence
• History of delivering outstanding results.
• Focuses on the right priorities, makes timely decisions, and delivers on short- and long-term commitments.
• Brings consumer considerations to bear on everything we do.
• Exhibits the highest standards for integrity and judgment
• Drives Innovation and Growth.
• Thinks “outside the box”, encourages risk taking, generates creative solutions, and learns from both successes and failures

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

International relocation or international remote working arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for work visas. On-Site Position Located in Murfreesboro: This is an on-site role located in Murfreesboro remote work is not available for this position. Candidates must reside within commuting distance or be willing to relocate.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is: $95,300 - $143,200 Annual At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

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