Manager, Engineering Projects

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Manage and oversee multiple capital projects from their inception through their completion simultaneously.

• Assist in developing capital project plans.

• Focus on building construction and infrastructure improvement projects.

• Experience in multiple trade management on large construction sites.

• Coordinate and develop a clear project scope and cost estimate in conjunction with the proper teams.

• Communicate effectively with Operations, Quality, Tech Services and other internal teams to ensure that project design and layout is satisfactory and timelines are met.

• Source, develop and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, vendors and suppliers.

• Create and read Process and Instrumentation Drawings for projects.

• Provide awareness of new processes and equipment in order to reduce cost and promote efficiencies within the operation.

• Provide assistance to the operations group when directed in the area of Repairs and Maintenance costs and preventative maintenance programs.

• Assist and provide technical support in the area of energy savings and effluent reduction within the plants.

• Understand federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the dairy industry, which covers equipment, structural requirements and environmental (e.g. building codes and structural requirements, 3A, OSHA, NFPA).

• Enforce the Company's policies and programs with contractors and vendors.

• Travel will be expected up to 80% of the time.

• Perform other duties as required.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Preferred but not required Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology or related field.  Equivalent experience will be considered.

• A minimum of five (5) years engineering and project management experience.

• Strong knowledge of and experience in utilities, boilers, refrigeration, ammonia, air compressors, steam and condensate, glycol, HVAC, plant water supply and distribution.

• Knowledge of general building construction, MCC, electrical wiring and distribution systems, including high voltage.

• Understanding of accounting principles (i.e. fixed assets, depreciation, capital expense, etc.).

• Working knowledge in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Project (desired).

• Strong customer orientation; ability to develop relationships and effectively influence at all levels internally (e.g. management teams) and externally (e.g. contractors).

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, presentation and analytical skills.

• Strong strategic thinking skills with broad-based business acumen and experience, with proven ability to identify opportunities and lead change initiatives.

• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to travel frequently and work flexible hours.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Salary Ranges: $102,170 -$134,100

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, educations, skills and training

Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!

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