Job Description
Job Description
HiFyve is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager in the food / beverage industry in Rockford, IL!
Salary : $150K + 15% target annual bonus
Benefits : Full package
Job Overview :
In this newly established position, you will be responsible for supervising and administering all engineering and maintenance operations, with a focus on enhancing productivity and ensuring the upkeep of the facilitys infrastructure and equipment.
As a team leader, you will lead a group of maintenance supervisors and technicians, collaborating closely with plant management to achieve the company's objectives.
Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions) :
- Ensure Expertise Availability : Guarantee the availability of mechanical and electrical expertise at all times to support production and other departments in maintaining operational systems, utilities, buildings, and grounds.
- Strategic Collaboration : Work closely with plant management and corporate staff to optimize equipment usage, enhancing employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall efficiency.
Employ Continuous Improvement methodologies and a Management Operating Structure (MOS) to drive progress.
- Lead Capital Projects : Take charge of designing, specifying, and commissioning capital projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while meeting stakeholder expectations.
- Optimize Asset Utilization : Implement and fine-tune asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance utilizing a computerized maintenance management system.
- Performance Analysis and Improvement : Develop, report, and analyze key maintenance performance indicators, utilizing insights to initiate corrective actions and continually improve maintenance operations.
- Stay Informed on Regulations : Stay updated on the latest industry regulations and codes related to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation.
- Ensure Policy Adherence : Ensure strict adherence to corporate policies and standards in both capital project implementation and daily maintenance activities.
- Promote Best Practices : Foster a culture of sharing best practices within the Maintenance Department, promoting a safe and environmentally responsible workplace in line with regulations.
- Manage Personnel : Directly manage employees or supervise supervisors, handling recruitment, retention, development, disciplinary actions, and performance management.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Act as a change agent across all company departments, collaborating cross-functionally to drive organizational goals.
- Managerial Duties : Undertake typical managerial responsibilities, including planning, evaluation, organization, integration, and delegation of tasks.
Education Requirements :
Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering or maintenance functions within a food manufacturing environment.
- At least 2 years of supervisory experience overseeing maintenance personnel.
- Proficiency in PLC programming and environmental compliance.
- Previous experience with union, safety, and workers' compensation is advantageous.
- Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.
- Proven track record in managing budgets and executing capital projects.
- Familiarity with leading and adhering to safety / security policies and procedures.
Benefits :
- Comprehensive Benefits Package available from the 1st of the month after start date
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities culture that promotes from within!
- Service recognition and employee rewards
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are interested, please apply or reach out to andrea.odelll@hifyve.com