Nestlé Health Science · 16 hours ago
Optimization Engineer
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expNestlé Health Science is dedicated to merging nutrition, science, and wellness to empower healthier lives. The Optimization Engineer will provide technical leadership by executing projects aimed at enhancing reliability, quality, safety, cost, and delivery within the factory environment.
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Responsibilities
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
The team member needs to be able to carry out appropriate financial analysis to validate/support proposals and gain support of key stakeholders
Direct and execute installation, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects
Drive continuous improvement and productivity savings projects. Utilize Nestle Continuous Excellence tools and methodologies (Goal Alignment, GSTD, DMAIC, Loss Tree Analysis, IPA, etc.) to drive sustainable operational improvements
Analyze given data and operating conditions; define the road map of improvements needed; implement changes and follow-up on results by involving key responsible people (i.e. sponsor, process owner, operator)
Responsible for identifying, chartering, and leading significant improvement initiatives - delivering the project results on time
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
Responsible driving operational improvement and cost savings projects
Provide self-direction of assigned projects from end to end with minimal supervision from department manager
Monitor work output from less senior engineers on the project team as assigned by the department manager
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
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
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 equivalent experience and minimum 1+ years of related work experience
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
Coaching required from Factory Engineering Manager on regular basis
Project Management experience 1+ years, leading on projects less than $1 million. Leveraging PMI Project management institute stage gate procedures and tools. Basic knowledge in I & I pillar project methods. Able to manage Scope, Cost Schedule and risks on small and minor projects
Preferred
Additional consideration for those that are considered subject matter experts in a particular field of engineering (process, packaging, refrigeration, etc.)
Benefits
Dynamic career paths
Robust development
Opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe
Benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Company
Nestlé Health Science
Nestlé Health Science is a company that uses nutrition to help people manage their health. It is a sub-organization of Nestle.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anna Mohl
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Nestlé Health Science
Brian Groves
President, Lifestyle Nutrition
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