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Lighting Staffing Agency · 3 months ago

Head of Operations Engineering

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Lighting Staffing Agency is seeking a Head of Operations Engineering for their aseptic beverage manufacturing facility. This role is essential for ensuring seamless engineering operations, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with various departments to manage projects and maintain operational excellence.

Staffing & Recruiting

Responsibilities

Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of processes, systems, and resource allocation within the Engineering Department to ensure efficient operations and cost-effective solutions aligned with business needs

Monitor, analyze, and report on efficiency KPIs, driving continuous improvements based on insights that align with departmental and organizational objectives

Lead initiatives to streamline engineering operations by implementing targeted process and facility improvements, reducing downtime, and boosting overall productivity

Oversee the building and management of various budgets such as CapEx (Capital Expenditure), Training, Support/Consulting

Responsible for Engineering Drawing controls and processes, and Engineering design and equipment specification

Oversee CMMS(Upkeep) which serves as the communication link between departments and tracks all engineering and maintenance work, including breakdowns, resolutions, and contractor activities to ensure transparency and historical records of operations

Keeping in touch with vendors to make Mountaintop aware of new industry developments technologies

Oversee all new equipment contracts and ensure scope of supply is accurate

Allocate tasks and manage resources to optimize workload distribution, ensuring team members are utilized efficiently

Collaborate with Production and Technical Integration to integrate existing work into engineering and maintenance schedules

Identify gaps in resources and optimize team capacity to meet operational needs, including planning and executing training and cross-training initiatives

Work with maintenance to identify and coordinate larger planned shutdowns

Support EH&S with procedures, programs, and safety signoffs (LOTO, Start-up and Shutdown)

Oversee all engineering projects, ensuring accurate scheduling, resource allocation, and department coordination

Collaborate with leadership to determine optimal downtime windows and project timing for maximum impact

Work closely with Maintenance teams to identify and coordinate larger planned shutdowns

Assess the cost-effectiveness of manufacturing processes, making and implementing recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency

Identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and systems to improve processes and decision-making

Establish, communicate, and implement engineering policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective, safe, and consistent operations

Perform other duties as assigned

Responsible for adhering to SQF and Food Safety Standards

Follow Food Safety Requirement/Standards as needed

Oversee the strategic and tactical workflow of the Engineering department

Recruit, interview, and develop Engineering team members

Delegate work and assign tasks to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraints

Qualification

Manufacturing experienceCapital project managementEngineering principlesP&ID creationFDA design requirementsManufacturing PracticesAseptic manufacturingMicrosoft ProjectAnalytical skillsProcess mappingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelors degree in engineering required (Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical)

Manufacturing experience required

10 years or more of related engineering experience required

5-7 years of experience in managing capital projects, budgets, and timelines for engineering and maintenance-related initiatives required

Ability to read, understand, and create P&IDs required

Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and procedures

Excellent ability to methodically troubleshoot problems

Excellent analytical and management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, ERP/CRM systems, and MES systems

Clear focus on process mapping, particularly for facility or line improvements, including scheduling and planning around production downtimes and operations

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Must be able to work with equipment that contains electric magnetic components