Director of Engineering

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Salary:

$188,250+/- DOE

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Education Reimbursement Director of Engineering Step into a high-impact leadership role w you'll drive innovation, shape engineering strategy, and directly influence manufacturing performance. This is an ideal opportunity for a forward-thinking leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys turning ideas into measurable results. Position Overview As the Director of Engineering, you will:

• Lead engineering operations to drive world-class manufacturing performance
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Leadership to execute strategic initiatives
• Optimize processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost performance
• Build and develop high-performing engineering teams Key Responsibilities Engineering Leadership
• Lead and manage engineering teams across multiple disciplines
• Drive accountability, performance, and cross-functional collaboration Strategic Planning & Execution
• Develop short- and long-term engineering strategies
• Set priorities and ensure alignment with business goals Capital & Budget Management
• Oversee capital projects from concept throughpletion
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation Operational Performance & Optimization
• Analyze data to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput
• Implement solutions that enhance overall plant performance Automation & Innovation
• Identify and implement new technologies and automation strategies
• Support modernization and scalability initiatives Asset Management
• Evaluate equipment performance and lifecycle
• Optimize asset utilization and replacement planning Team Leadership & Development
• Mentor and develop engineering talent
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Operations, Safety, HR, and other teams
• Solveplex production and engineering challenges Compliance & Standards
• Ensure adnce to safety, regulatory, and engineering standards Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams
• Strong background in capital projects, process improvement, and engineering operations
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, andmunication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel up to 50% Preferred Experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience in food, beverage, or regulated manufacturing
• Background in high-volume production environments

Pay Details:

$180,000.00 to $188,250.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to adecco/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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