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Director of Engineering

JSK Recruiting, Inc
Bolingbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Director of Engineering and Strategic Projects

Location : Greater Chicago Area

About the Role :

Are you a visionary engineering leader passionate about transforming the future of food manufacturing? We are seeking a Director of Engineering and Strategic Projects to oversee groundbreaking capital initiatives, including new plant builds and advanced manufacturing upgrades. This role is critical to driving efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across a growing network of facilities.

Compensation :

  • Salary Range : $180,000 - $200,000
  • Bonus : 30% annual bonus, with the past 10 years paying out at 150% or higher of targets
  • Incentives : Long-term stock options
  • Relocation : Comprehensive relocation assistance is provided to ensure a seamless transition for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead the development and execution of a 5-year capital master plan, aligning projects with strategic business objectives.
  • Oversee greenfield and brownfield expansions, managing every phase from scoping to implementation.
  • Optimize manufacturing processes by introducing advanced technologies, improving packaging lines, and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Cultivate and manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiation, RFP development, and partnership alignment.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team of engineers and contractors, driving accountability and fostering professional growth.
  • Collaborate across departments—operations, R&D, quality, finance, and procurement—to ensure project success and operational synergy.
  • Monitor compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while maintaining a focus on sustainability initiatives.
  • Regularly evaluate project performance through KPIs, budgets, and timelines, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Qualifications :

  • Education : BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related fields); Master’s / MBA degree preferred.
  • Experience : 10 years of engineering leadership experience within the food, beverage or closely related high-speed manufacturing industry.
  • Expertise : Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects, with a focus on high-speed packaging and process improvements.
  • Leadership : Strong ability to inspire and guide teams, handle competing priorities, and deliver measurable results.
  • Skills : Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Travel : Willingness to travel as needed for project oversight and vendor engagement, 40% or less.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Leadership : Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of food manufacturing through innovative engineering.
  • Exceptional Compensation : Competitive salary, industry-leading bonuses, long-term stock options, and comprehensive relocation support.
  • Growth-Oriented Culture : Join a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability and operational excellence.
  • Exciting Opportunities : Lead transformative projects, greenfields and brownfields that define the next generation of food manufacturing.
  • Are You Ready to Drive Change?

    If you’re a seasoned engineering leader ready to make a lasting impact in food manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of an innovative team shaping the industry’s future!

    Company Description

    The team at JSK Recruiting, Inc. prides itself on providing boutique-level services combined with the resources of a larger recruiting firm. We forgo the traditional nine-to-five workday model in favor of complete accessibility. We are here for our clients and candidates when they need us most.

    With 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change.

    At JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.

    Company Description

    The team at JSK Recruiting, Inc. prides itself on providing boutique-level services combined with the resources of a larger recruiting firm. We forgo the traditional nine-to-five workday model in favor of complete accessibility. We are here for our clients and candidates when they need us most. With 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change. At JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.

    Salary : $180,000 - $200,000

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