Purpose of the Position: Responsible for day-to-day supervision, direction and coordination of contractors as well as equipment vendors in approved and planned capital projects. Responsible for the planning, scheduling, construction, installation and startup of approved capital projects. Assist in facility design and implementation of new equipment.
Essential Position Responsibilities: Management of Capital Projects. Work closely with the technical staff of equipment suppliers and customers, and screens alternative suppliers. Develop, scale-up, and commercialize new processes to minimize cost and maximize simplicity and flexibility in accordance with committed time and budget constraints. Plan, schedule and manage the implementation of capital project installation and final validation of equipment. Maintain competence in food technology and new equipment. Leads the engineering and contractor management efforts to start, schedule, implement, and complete assigned capital projects. Particular focus on delivery of project to approved schedule and budget. Communicates project changes, schedule, and budget affectively. Works alongside stakeholder departments to build scope, track progress, and deliver equipment to meet operational goals for the capital project. Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities: Must be able to work on a computer for an extensive amount of time. Must be able to stand or walk for many hours in any of our production facilities. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, and Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): As needed in required environment.
Travel: Travels domestically to and from multiple facilities or work-sites or customer visits, often requiring overnight stays. Approximately 25% travel.
Technical Experience: 0-5 years related industry experience required. Preference for 3 or more years experience. Must have excellent computer skills with respect to the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with AutoCAD is a plus. Strong data entry skills are required. Intermediate to advanced level skills in Excel and PowerPoint as well as experience preparing documents for presentation. Experience in commercial manufacturing and process development and in the food industry is desirable. Should have a working knowledge of process mapping. Must have leadership qualities and flexibility with respect to job requirements. Knowledge of specific requirements in the US is essential to successful job performance.
Industry Experience: Preference for related industry experience.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Preferred Education: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E)
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Emporia, KS 66801: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: One location