Engineering Project/Process Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the development, facilitation, and execution of capital equipment and process enhancements across manufacturing sites.

• Oversee significant multi-million-dollar capital initiatives, encompassing equipment research, layout design, and comparison of equipment options.

• Supervise the estimation, capability assessment, and implementation of equipment additions and enhancements.

• Monitor assets, capabilities, condition, age, and replacement strategies utilizing complex spreadsheets and project management tools.

• Develop models and testing protocols to evaluate new equipment technologies.

• Estimate and manage facility upgrades related to power distribution, HVAC, compressed air, cooling, humidification, structural modifications, and utilities.

• Collaborate with procurement, EHS, IT, Legal, Finance, and other corporate teams.

• Manage relationships with equipment suppliers and coordinate efforts with manufacturing plants.

• Engage with clients during product design phases to ensure manufacturability.

• Create metrics for equipment and process performance and establish reporting methods.

• Implement continuous improvement training programs, including 5S, make-ready reduction, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.

• Establish baselines for future evaluations and collaborate with IT on data capture and measurement.

• Oversee the compilation and analysis of results to guarantee successful program implementation.

• Collaborate across various functional areas to ensure effective process and capital enhancements.

• Travel domestically and internationally 30% to 50% as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

• 5+ years of experience in supporting or working within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in managing major capital equipment.

• Knowledge of building, HVAC, and power systems.

• Proven track record in capital and general engineering project management.

• Experience in print and packaging is preferred.

• Familiarity with digital and offset printing is a plus.

• Manufacturing management background is preferred.

• Proficiency in continuous improvement tools and the ability to train others in their application is preferred.

• Required proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with Minitab and project management software is preferred.

• Strong communication and presentation capabilities.

• Excellent change management and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple functional areas.

• Strong coaching and talent development abilities.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, operations, and key performance indicators.

• Self-driven and motivated to achieve results.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Disability insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Life insurance.

• Optional supplemental insurance coverage.

• Parental leave.

• Adoption assistance.

• Tuition assistance.

• Discounts from employers/partners.

• Participation in bonus, commission, or incentive programs may be available depending on the position.