The J.M. Smucker Co. · 23 hours ago
Plant Engineer
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking a Plant Engineer to oversee day-to-day operations and ensure optimal performance of plant machinery and facilities. The role involves leading the engineering team, managing capital budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead Engineering Organization
Responsible for coaching and development of the engineering team including setting objectives, conducting performance appraisals, providing career coaching, cultural development, and ongoing performance management
Capital Management
Cultivate a positive working environment and model top safety and quality principles across the organization
Deliver projects to support safety, quality and sustainability expectations
Manage relationships with key suppliers, including capital equipment, engineering and construction
Interfaces with TSO and Chief Plant Engineering to prioritize work and allocate resources
Own and manage plant Capital Budget. Track Capital spending against budget and manage accordingly
Develop the plant 5 Year Capital Plan. Work includes establishment, maintenance, forecasting and reporting Capital needs. Work with Finance, Operations, and Technical Services Organization to ensure plans align with the Plant and SBA Masterplans
Initiative & Project Management
Lead the Initiative Management (IM) Pillar for the plant including implementation of IM tools and coaching/development of plant resources. Support SBA and Company efforts in design and improvement of corporate project management systems including IM Pillar team efforts
Ensure effective and efficient execution of projects across the plant. Lead projects directly as required. In conjunction with SBA and Corporate engineering resources select appropriate strategies for major Projects
Manage project Capital and Expense spending. Ensure finance standards are being followed by project and start up leaders. Ensure proper purchasing standards are followed during the execution of equipment specifications and requisitions. Analyze spend trends and use date to improve systems
Ensure successful project start-ups using IM tools including development of equipment standards & specifications, Factory Acceptance Testing protocol and Commissioning protocol. Coach engineering resources and project startup leaders
Participate in and provide technical feedback for new initiatives and product development. Partner with R&D in new product development to ensure successful engineering and equipment selection to deliver required process transformations
Property, Buildings and Facilities Ownership
Maintain property records for site including titles, deeds, and surveys. Manage document preparations for permits and permit records. Develop and maintain facilities master plans for maintenance (structural integrity) and improvements including communal areas, roofs, HVAC, plumbing, sewers, floors, etc. Manage interface with Company Risk Management Manager and Insurance Provider (currently FM Global)
Manage the utilities department and systems at the plant. Ensure proper maintenance of all utility’s equipment including the use of appropriate Operations Excellence standards and PSM requirements
Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Ownership
Lead the development of the plant BCP to address personnel, property, facility, utility, and equipment needs after a business interruption
Own the plant BCP ongoing and make updates and revisions, as necessary
Provide Technical Safety, Environmental and Sustainability Leadership
Provide input to technical safety programs (Process, Combustion, Pressure Vessel, Fire, and Thermal & Electrical). Ensure all projects meet tech safety and environmental requirements through coordination with and audits by the Plant HS&E Leader
Work with Sustainability Leader(s) on efforts to meet sustainability goals including energy, water, and waste reduction
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering
At least 5 years of engineering experience
Capital project management experience
Experience in one or more of the following technologies: process/making equipment, packaging equipment, process controls, facilities engineering, and/or new plant construction and start-up
Experience leading and coaching technical leaders
SQMS, TPM, Lean, Six Sigma or other experience with the implementation of High Performing Work Systems is required
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize appropriately
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred
Previous people management experience
Previous plant experience
Food or Beverage industry experience
Benefits
Helping our Employees Thrive
Delivering on Our Purpose
Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
Company
The J.M. Smucker Co.
At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to make food people and pets love by offering a diverse family of brands available across North America.
5001-10000 employees
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