Nestlé · 1 day ago
Factory Project Engineer
Nestlé USA is a leading company with a rich portfolio of beloved brands. The Factory Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership in executing capital projects for the factory, ensuring adherence to project deliverables and managing overall project execution.
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Responsibilities
Preliminary Project Development including Charter development - 20%
Assist in development of pre-project approval documents including project charter, project management plan, project kick start, estimate and milestone schedule creation
Monitor design progress and deliverables are met in adherence to established project key components
Receive design details from design team with full understanding of project deliverables to coordinate bid package development and release for construction bidding and field execution
Select contractors and contracting methods based on engineering ways of working methodology
Project Execution support and facilitation - 45%
Direct and execute installation, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects
Manage adherence to project scope and secure approvals for all changes in projects based on engineering ways of working methodology
Manage and control project budget providing cost forecasts and cash flow projections through development of project cost and status reports on at least a monthly basis or as requested by project stakeholders
Manage and maintain project milestone schedules with integrated detailed scheduling as agreed upon in the project charter
Manage data collection and feedback process for projects
Monitors processes for compliance with quality and GMP requirements in accordance with FDA and OSHA regulations
Provide construction management and plant startup assistance as needed to ensure successful project execution
Evaluate, select, and issue contracts for construction firms through bidding and prequalification vetting processes
Provide self-directed project management of assigned projects from end to end with minimal supervision from department manager
Administrative / Business support- 15%
Provide technical support to Factory operations
Will support and participate in Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) as a part of their job responsibility within the Business Unit or assigned factory
Safety - 10%
Responsible for ensuring that one exhibits an attitude of absolute intolerance for unsafe situations and never implement any change, whether directly instructed to, or under your own initiative, without first questioning its impact in relation to product safety/quality, people safety and the environment. No compromises will be tolerated
Other - 10%
Ensure that the highest principles of ethical conduct on behalf of the community, consumer, company, and the engineering profession are adhered to and that all dealings are maintained within a competitive and fair environment and above reproach
Support and encourage clear and open communication between the team members and related stakeholders, e.g. site and market management, PTC, CO Engineering, CT Packaging and the SBU
Ensure that the procedures for protecting Nestlé's technological and proprietary know-how are in place and actively being implemented
Qualification
Required
University Degree (BA/BS) or technical degree with a minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience, required
1 to 2 years of direct Project Engineering experience and project execution on projects up to $2million
Prior experience leveraging PMI Project management institute stage gate procedures and tools with basic knowledge in I & I pillar project methods
Able to manage Scope, Cost Schedule and risks on small and minor projects
Additional consideration for those that are considered subject matter experts in a particular field of engineering (process, packaging, refrigeration, etc.)
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
Ability to analyze data
Ability to using problem solving techniques to resolve issues and implement change
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to complete major projects in a manufacturing environment
Ability to schedule resources effectively so continuous improvement is not sacrificed for day-to-day results
Benefits
Relocation assistance is available for candidates that are not local to the Burlington, WI area.
Company
Nestlé
As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.
Funding
Current Stage
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