Ocean Spray Cranberries · 1 day ago
Sr. Project Engineer-Beverage & Sauce Processes
Kenosha, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOcean Spray is a farmer-owned co-op seeking a Sr. Project Engineer-Beverage & Sauce Processes to develop, manage, and implement major capital projects throughout their manufacturing network. This role involves working with business partners to design and install infrastructure and equipment while identifying process improvements for existing lines.
AgricultureFood Processing
Hiring Manager
Taylor Dubey, M.A.
Responsibilities
Provides direction and leadership directly and through project management to team members
Maintains awareness on new and improved technology and effectively communicates and champions the business case in the implementation of those technologies and projects at OSC
Coaches and develops other team members at OSC (facilities) in the implementation and operation of the assigned capital projects
Recommends and implements improvements and/or modifications in operations, equipment selection and related matters
Manages multiple projects while assuring compliance with approved methods and quality standards. Communicates project status to the organization
Responsible for procurement of all equipment and services in implementing projects
Supports and promotes food safety and quality program indicatives within the plant environment
Technical leadership/Project Management – provides technical leadership implementing major capital projects at OSC facilities
Manages assigned projects from concept through completion, including engineering, design, equipment selection, procurement, performance, vendor selection and accountability
Deliver projects on time and under budget
Communications - Develop presentations to management in the review and approval process
Develop project documentation including monthly status reports, issue purchase orders and contracts to vendors
Engineering - develop baseline documentation in the development of projects including plant and line layouts, process diagrams, estimates, schedules and system descriptions
Utilize and manage outside engineering and vendor resources in the execution of the project
Process optimization – using fundamental engineering skills and expertise, develop and implement improvements to process and packaging operations, facilities and infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a closely related science
5+ years experience managing large projects, food and beverage or pharmaceutical experience a plus
Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, Excel, MS Project, MS Office)
Sound familiarity with state and federal requirements (i.e., OSHA and ADA Regulations)
Ability to read and generate technical and equipment drawings (AutoCAD)
Hands-on experience working with vendors and proven negotiation skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills w/ability to influence and be persuasive
Capable of working on multiple projects and prioritizing workload
Able to work cross-functionally in team environment and at various organizational levels, internally and externally
Ability to facilitate meetings and conference calls
Preferred
Knowledge of SAP and SPC tools
Benefits
Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Telehealth services
1:1 health coaching
Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
Flexible scheduling options
Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
Holiday pay for 12 holidays
Career development and growth opportunities
Tuition/Education assistance programs
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Scholarship programs for children of employees
Parental leave
Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc.
Adoption assistance
Bereavement leave
Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
Up to $300 massage reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Employee discounts
Charitable giving
Company
Ocean Spray Cranberries
Ocean Spray is a vibrant agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 cranberry farmers in the United States, Canada and Chile who have helped preserve the family farming way of life for generations.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (1)
2023 (2)
2022 (4)
2021 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
National Safety Council
2024-06-13Grant· $0.02M
2016-10-20Seed
Leadership Team
Thomas Hayes
Chief Executive Officer
Stacey Taylor
Vice President Procurement
Recent News
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