Director of Process Engineering

The Director of Process Engineering is a strategic position that will develop and lead the onsite engineering team for Chobani’s NY production facility.

The position requires a high degree of responsibility, leadership, decision-making ability and self-sufficiency. This position will oversee the design process from the conceptual phase of project development through execution to project close out.

This role will assess vendors for competency and capabilities, review and negotiate bid documents, and be held accountable for project development and execution, including performance of the process systems.

In addition, this position will be responsible for ensuring timely support of daily manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting, optimization, and waste reduction initiatives.

This role has a responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani products.

Responsibilities

• Support processing, utilities, and wastewater systems with technical knowledge and expertise
• Design methods for maintaining or increasing process efficiencies while improving costs, yields, quality and safety
• Troubleshoot process problems and identify the true root cause to correct process issues
• Coordinate process control with automation
• Prepare conceptual engineering designs and floor plans for process equipment
• Develop documentation in support of process changes including PFD’s, P&ID’s, process descriptions, and scope
• Specify necessary equipment and work with vendors and contractors to achieve desired project outcomes
• Lead and participate in process risk assessments, automation simulations, and project related FMEA’s
• Oversee the development of intervention, LOTO, and flush plans
• Ensure asset tags are added to WW Historian and automated reporting (ICIS) is functioning correctly
• Determine the layout of piping, equipment and utilities for engineering changes
• Work closely with the Project Management team to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Research engineering topics, prepare studies and conduct trials with productions
• Assist with transitioning capital projects to the production plant team
• Maintain documentation library in coordination with the drafting team (Equipment Layouts, Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, Equipment Manuals, Standards, etc.)
• Solicit and critique all proposed process changes, submittals, and designs through a Management of Change process
• Review pertinent agency regulations; advise operations, maintenance, and project managers accordingly
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Perform other exciting opportunities as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in dairy or food industry manufacturing with deep process knowledge. Cultured dairy products is a plus
• 3-5 years director level experience leading a technical team
• 10-15 years of experience in capital projects or plant manufacturing
• BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Working knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and related compliance regulations. PMO experience is a plus
• Must have understanding of PLC and logic controls for high speed operating equipment
• Highly effective leader / team member who can work collaboratively, create a shared vision, energize others, challenge the status quo and drive change
• Willingness to act as a working manager and the technical ability to support the process engineering team where needed
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities to effectively develop team members and share knowledge
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks given time constraints and ensure tasks are executed completely
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, project management, and team leadership
• Proven track record of driving process improvements, cost savings, and operational efficiencies

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