The Project Manager will provide engineering support for multiple projects requiring layout, installation, controls, and mechanical, coordination and cross communication between contractors, production, QA, Safety and HR. Duties and Responsibilities Act as Project Lead for specific projects within the facility and be the liaison between the facility leadership and the corporate engineering group Identify new business opportunities and initiate Capital Appropriation Request Identify, recommend, and implement new processes and systems to improve manufacturing processes and use of resources and materials. Analyze and identify opportunities to reduce process variation, improve process capabilities and optimize process performance Investigation, Technical Input and Engineering Review Evaluate Plan specs for optimal Food Safety, Safety, and Production Coordinate with Contractors for equipment specifications, quotes, and design Manage and assign work to outside contractors performing layout design, programming and installation work Scheduling, coordination, execution and commissioning Develop project specifications and gain approval for capital and expense projects while demonstrating a ROI of all capital projects Budgeting and Procurement. Budget planning and management. Plan, direct, control, evaluate, and monitor budget. Develop project specifications and gain approval for capital and expense projects while demonstrating a ROI of all capital projects Works with production on startup and training of new equipment and systems Provide support to plant maintenance groups including packaging, buildings and grounds, and utilities Support for Utilities and EHS&S Dept. and Responsible for Plant Compliance. Ensure strict compliance in the Plant with local, state, federal and international laws and regulations, and company policies, procedures, and compliance programs Provide support to plant maintenance groups including packaging, buildings and grounds, and utilities Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or a related field) Minimum 3-year experience with Manufacturing process environment Preventive maintenance inspections & audits AutoCad software and

MS Office:

Excel, Word, and Power Point Coordinate / follow-up projects including CAD drawings, technical guidance for parts, equipment, and suppliers Ability to work in a faced pace environment Ability to work in a noisy, wet, and cold environment of 36°F Availability to work on weekend when the project installation requires Strong interpersonal and communication skill (oral and written) Food manufacturing experience

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.