What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Western Container Corporation?
About Us: Western Container Corporation is a manufacturer of high-quality Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) preforms and bottles, and high-density Polyethylene (HDPE) closures for our Coca-Cola bottler shareholders. Our mission is to maximize value by providing the lowest costs, highest quality, and excellent service while assuring supply. We achieve this through our core values of integrity, personal responsibility, professional behavior, and mutual respect. Additionally, we consistently invest in training and the latest technologies to support our mission.
Job Summary: We're seeking a passionate and accomplished Director of Engineering to join our team. This role partners with the Vice President of Engineering to lead our Corporate Engineering group. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation in an engineering discipline, demonstrated leadership skills, and a history of achieving success in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Guide and inspire the Corporate Engineering team, fostering an environment that embraces our company culture and mission.
- Team Building: Mentor and develop engineering staff, encouraging professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Project Oversight: Lead engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and to budget.
- Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and oversight to engineering teams across multiple plant locations, supporting maintenance and continuous improvement activities.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, quality, contractors and equipment suppliers to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions
- Operational Excellence: Champion a culture of continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes, with a focus on boosting efficiency, enhancing quality, and cost reduction.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field.
- 10 years of experience in engineering, preferably with a focus on PET preform and bottle manufacturing.
- 3 years of experience in a leadership role, managing engineering teams and projects.
- Proven track record of delivering successful engineering projects on time and within budget.
- Strong technical skills with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A proven passion for safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Knowledge of computer maintenance and continuous Improvement systems
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturer of PET packaging with the ability to make a significant impact on the company's growth and success
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
