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Russell Stover Chocolates · 2 days ago
Senior Project Engineer
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
10+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Manage complex capital installation work and ensure projects are in scope, on time and on budget.
Conduct feasibility analysis for proposed solutions to accommodate production, QA, and management requirements in an optimal solution.
Develop capital investment requests with justification for new projects.
Communication with key stakeholders throughout project development and execution.
Work with vendors to order, specify, test and approve new equipment.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical installation requirements with both outside contractors and internal resources where applicable.
Guide engineering work by contractors and equipment vendors and ensure commissioned performance of installations.
Ensure efficient and thorough handover of new installations to the Plant Operations team.
Work with the training department to develop procedures for new equipment.
Support production and maintenance departments when complicated issues arise.
Managing performance and development of the project engineers at each plant.
Support the development of the 5-year Capital Plan.
Provide timely support to meet Innovation, Marketing, R&D and/or Purchasing requirements in launching new or improved products and/or packaging items. This includes specifying and ordering new tools or machines for new products or packaging improvements and follow-through on implementation from concept to production start-up and training.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
10+ years of experience in project/process engineering and project management.
Strong understanding of engineering principles and industry standards.
Preferred
Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PE) are preferred.
Experience in the chocolate manufacturing industry.
Proficiency in PLC language (Allen Bradley and Siemens).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent electrical and mechanical hands-on skills.
Ability to start, address, and prioritize project issues independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong presentation skills.
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.
Benefits
Protective gear provided
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training
Safety tips provided daily
Climate-controlled environment
Equal opportunity workplace
Affirmative action employer
Company
Russell Stover Chocolates
Russell Stover Chocolates is a leader in the manufacturer of boxed chocolates.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Andrew Deister
President & CEO
Recent News
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