Director Plant Engineering
On-siteFayetteville, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Lead capital projects from concept to completion, managing all phases to minimize operational disruption while adhering to strict safety, food safety, and environmental standards. Drive the development and execution of advanced maintenance strategies, including Preventive, Predictive Maintenance, and TPM, to reduce downtime and boost efficiency. Become the ultimate problem solver for daily operational challenges, troubleshooting issues and implementing long-term fixes to keep production running smoothly. Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams through coaching, performance management, and collaboration with HR, fostering a culture of safety and recognition. Develop and track Key Performance Indicators to measure the success of the maintenance function, from equipment reliability to supplier performance. Requires 10+ years of engineering management experience, multi-million CapEx management, and food manufacturing background.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field
- 10+ years of experience in Engineering management
- 5+ years' experience in a position of leadership including team development and management
- Advanced technical skills in the mechanical/electrical fields
- Multi-million CapEx management experience
- AutoCAD experience
- Ammonia Refrigeration background
- Thorough knowledge of maintenance systems, work order process, preventive/predictive maintenance, TPM
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- High level of written and oral communication skills
- Organizational planning
- Teamwork
- Analytical reasoning
- Adaptability
- Ability to communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience effectively
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong technical skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
- Food manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of different pork products
- Knowledge of the Meat Industry
Desired Qualifications
- English major preferred
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