What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering, Environment and Sustainability position at McCain Foods Limited?

Position Title : Director of Engineering, Environment and Sustainability

Position Type : Regular - Full-Time

Position Location : Oakbrook Terrace

Requisition ID : 29892

JOB SUMMARY :

The Director of Engineering; Environmental & Sustainability will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive environmental engineering strategies and programs across all aspects of McCain North America manufacturing operations. They will work closely with various stakeholders, including senior management, employees, customers, suppliers, and communities, to drive sustainable practices and achieve environmental goals.

The broad objective of this position is to effectively manage and implement technical policies, programs, and capital planning as related to environmental and energy reduction systems management.

Lead North America engineering as a technical resource on design, operations, and troubleshooting in the areas of wastewater treatment (anaerobic / aerobic), water recycling, air pollution control, stormwater, and waste management. Communicate environmental risks with McCain Senior Leadership, along with planned actions to manage or mitigate risks.

The role will support sustainability technology capital planning and execution, including carbon / energy and water reducing technologies following McCain Foods Limited best practices along with new & emerging technologies.

Will lead and develop an internal team of subject matter experts, internal Engineering Managers, and 3rd party engineering resources in wastewater and pollution control devices. This role will originate or approve designs, coordinate engineering projects, evaluate results, and make recommendations across all levels of management. This role will develop environmental process design standards, methods, and controls to meet our needs. This role will lead major segments of complex projects and initiatives to meet cost schedule, and performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Provide overall leadership around technical design efforts in wastewater treatment, water recycling, and air pollution control selection.
Lead efforts to reduce waste, conserve resources, and optimize energy efficiency across operations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations into manufacturing processes.
Monitor and report on key environmental performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards sustainability goals and identify areas for improvement.
Stay abreast of emerging environmental trends, technologies, and best practices, and incorporate relevant innovations into the company's sustainability strategy.
Build and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and other stakeholders to stay informed about environmental requirements and developments.
Work with Project Engineering and other groups to identify, develop, and rollout technical strategies / programs that bring competitive advantage and value.
Own the engineering design and work with Corporate Environmental Team to ensure wastewater permit compliance.
Utilize Sustainable technologies as a lever to increase competitiveness, lower Scope 1 and 2 impacts, and improve manufacturing costs.
Create standardization of equipment and procedures and replicate these across the enterprise.
Provide technical leadership on cross functional teams to develop high value technical solutions to provide the optimal business results.
Partner with the business early in a project's lifecycle to evaluate multiple scenarios that meet multiple requirements.
Develop rough order of magnitude estimates to give the business a directional early view of a project and the robustness of the business case.
Keep current with latest technology, commercial applications, industry regulations and codes.
Support McCain’s overarching environmental compliance strategy aligned with McCain’s values, goals, and regulatory requirements.
Support the implementation of environmental policies, procedures, and initiatives to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability as part of McCain’s Environmental Management System ISO14001.
Support environmental risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to address potential environmental hazards and risks.

SPECIFIC DUTIES :

Developing Environmental Strategies : Responsible for developing comprehensive environmental strategies aligned with the organization's goals and regulatory requirements.

Ensuring Compliance : Oversee compliance with environmental regulations at local and national levels in both the United States of America and Canada.

Managing Environmental Programs : Support the sustained implementation of environmental programs designed to minimize the organization's environmental impact.

Environmental Planning and Permitting : Support development of environmental management plans and obtaining necessary permits and approvals for capital projects.

Environmental Technical Design Review : Review project designs and specifications to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Environmental and Sustainability Capital Planning : Interface between North America Engineering and other stakeholders to provide consultation on technology selection and capital planning.

Setting Environmental Goals and Metrics : Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the organization's environmental performance over time.

Collaborating with Stakeholders : Engage with internal and external stakeholders to build support for environmental capital projects.

Training, Education and Mentorship : Provide training and education to team members on environmental issues and regulatory requirements.

Managing Environmental Risks : Identify and assess environmental risks associated with the organization's manufacturing operations.

Reporting and Communication : Prepare regular reports on environmental performance for internal and external regulatory agencies.

Staying Informed : Keep abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in environmental sustainability.

LEADERSHIP

As Director of Engineering; Environmental & Sustainability, this role involves guiding and empowering your team members to achieve environmental & sustainability goals and objectives effectively.

Set Clear Goals and Expectations : Clearly communicate the team's objectives and priorities.

Provide Vision and Direction : Inspire your team with a compelling vision for environmental sustainability within the organization.

Foster Collaboration and Communication : Encourage open communication and collaboration among team members.

Empower and Delegate : Delegate responsibilities and tasks effectively.

Develop Talent : Identify and leverage the strengths of individual team members.

Lead by Example : Demonstrate commitment to environmental sustainability through your actions and decisions.

Encourage Innovation : Create a supportive environment that encourages creativity and experimentation.

Manage Conflicts and Challenges : Address conflicts or challenges within the team promptly and constructively.

Promote Diversity and Inclusion : Foster a diverse and inclusive team environment.

Monitor Progress and Celebrate Successes : Regularly review progress towards goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred).

Minimum of 15 years of experience in environmental management, sustainability, or related roles.

12 years of practical experience in the food and beverage industry, or similar industrial production environment.

Wastewater treatment experience is a requirement (10 years).

Technical experience related to energy usage and reduction processes (5 years).

Air quality experience relative to National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) (5 years or equivalent) is desired.

Water supply and water recycling experience is desired.

Recognition as SME outside of the company via a leadership position in an industry or standards organization.

Strong history as a Project Manager, delivering successful projects in the Environmental and Sustainability space.

Deep understanding of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute long-term environmental sustainability initiatives.

Proven track record of driving change and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.

Compensation Package : $146,200 - $195,000 USD annually bonus eligibility Long Term Incentive eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting.

Benefits : At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.

Job Family : Engineering & Technical

Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.

Division : NA Operations

Department : Environmental and Res Engineering

Company : McCain Foods USA, Inc.

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Salary : $146,200 - $195,000

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