What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Kinsa Group?
Kinsa is recruiting for a: Director of Engineering – Beverage/CPG
Location: Suffolk, VA (Onsite)
Our client is a coffee manufacturer based in Suffolk, VA. The mission for the Director of Engineering is to oversee and direct the engineering activities to align with the company’s strategic goals. This includes the design, development, and execution of capital projects and ensuring our manufacturing operations run efficiently. You will lead a department of skilled engineers and be a part of a dynamic leadership group that will make a significant impact and provide hands on expertise to advise teams directly when needed.
- 7- 10 years of industrial engineering and/or maintenance management with project engineering experience required.
Compensation/Benefits:
- $140,000 – $160,000 base salary range
- 25% bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, etc.
- 401k with company match
- Company contribution to Health Savings Account
- PTO and Holiday pay
- Relocation assistance
Key Responsibilities and Goals:
- Direct projects and processes to improve manufacturing efficiencies across the entire operations; includes developing new methods, improving existing ones, implementing new cap ex projects, and build-out of equipment.
- Plan and lead capital expenditure and process improvement projects to meet strategic initiatives designed to contribute to the growth of the company.
- Identify systems, equipment, processes, and technologies that will meet future cost and performance objectives – focused on efficiencies, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
- Create and present CapEx strategies and recommendations to Executive Leadership Team.
- Oversee security and manage the budget, as well as direct security personnel at the manufacturing and distribution facilities.
- ensures Risk Management Program (RMP) is maintained, ensure state/federal Department of Environmental Quality Air Permit compliance, and manage stormwater pollution prevention plan.
Competencies Needed for Success:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; MBA preferred.
- 7- 10 years of industrial engineering and/or maintenance management with project engineering experience required.
- Experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment required; background with a CPG company preferred.
- Proven leadership skills needed and ability to manage numerous technical disciplines simultaneously.
- Willingness to roll up sleeves and provide hands-on training to team members and others to build relationships and help drive engagement.
- Working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and EPA compliance regulations, as well as PLC control systems, MES applications, and plant operation and support systems.
- Demonstrated experience in coaching and problem resolution.
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Salary : $140,000 - $160,000
