Project Engineering Manager

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game.We are solutions-based.We are innovative.We seek out new challenges and conquer them.This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too:Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for the development and submittal of all capital projects in his/her facilities of responsibility.In doing so, this position will drive consistency in capex inputs, document format, and streamlining of the approval process.They will also be expected to successfully develop multiple capital projects supporting new products and processes, operating efficiency improvement, and waste elimination projects. Review Permits. This position is critical in aiding in standardization of machinery and equipment selection. Their role will one that assures the project delivers on all the previously established deliverables at the project outset.They will manage the final Punch list and the eventual close out of the project. Project Engineering Manager is a multi-site role within the Refresco engineering team.Travel will be variable based on project timing and workload.A minimum of 50% travel should be expected.
Essential Functions:

• Actively manage all on-site (3rd party) personnel activities over the course of Refresco projects. This will include OEM technicians, contractors, and potentially internal Refresco personnel.
• Ensure safe, timely execution of all tasks.
• Initiates appropriation requests, purchase orders, and contracts as required.
• Ensures that all designs and activities comply with all applicable codes, regulations and standards; OSHA, NEC, State/local, and other safety guidelines and maintains company drawings and technical records.
• Works with Product Development to ensure best fit between existing processes and new products; provides leadership in scaling up products for commercial production.
• Identifies opportunities to improve machine safety, plant performance, product quality and employee welfare, provides leadership in developing and implementing practical solutions, and participates in long-range capital planning.
• Enforce the compliance to all Refresco specifications and expectations supporting Clean Design and food processing requirements
• Ensure compliance with all.
• Document, track, manage, and close out installation- and OEM-related punch list items throughout the install and initial startup.
• Execute small to medium scale projects, managing budget, schedule, and cost as defined in the approved capital project document and initiates appropriation requests, purchase orders, and contracts as required.
• Lead all communication with plant personnel throughout the execution of the project
• Share best practices across facilities in the network
• Drive capital investments that increase the facility output.
• Take point for all capex submittals providing a standard format and consistent methodology for development.

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering plus five (5) years of project and/or plant engineering management experience. Knowledge and experience of Automation and Controls systems preferred. PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Food Processing, including Thermal Processes and/or sanitation.
• Knowledge of facility equipment, construction, automated equipment, water processing, waste management equipment, and maintenance techniques required.
• Knowledge and understanding of multiple trades to detect issues/opportunities regarding progress to schedule, workload and manpower, materials, etc required.
• Able to work independently and prioritize among multiple simultaneous assignments with initiative.
• Working knowledge of MS Project, AutoCAD, Excel, and other standard programs and systems for updating, modifying, and reporting project progress.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with multiple levels of organization personnel, contractors, and finance

Skilled and Competencies:

• Ownership - is eager to take ownership of responsibilities; can and does think independently to excel in role; takes ownership of challenges.
• Results Focus - exhibits commitment to goals and consistently delivers results; demonstrates personal initiative and independent motivation to achieve goals and objectives; takes risks when necessary; undaunted by obstacles.
• Communication - relates well to people; builds rapport along all dimensions of organization; resolves conflicts; provides clear directions and information.
• Customer Focus - understands and meets needs of customers and business partners; builds positive customer relationships.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills - breaks down problems and generates a range of solutions; thinks outside the box and uses ideas of others to help develop solutions; acts and evaluates results of actions.
• Ability to establish, meet deadlines and prioritize work
• Ability to initiate, compile, analyze and provide accurate reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Work with confidential information
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written

Working Environment:

• Physical Demands- Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
• Visual/Sensory - This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment - Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Climate: This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.

A Career with Refresco
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well-being benefits
• Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
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