Job Summary:
Responsible for scenario analysis, scope development, project planning to include budgeting and timelines, project implementation and commercialization. This would include all aspects of project/construction management such as electrical, mechanical, processing and packaging equipment installation, etc. Ability to train personnel on equipment is a critical component of the commercialization component of the project; both operationally and technically.

Job Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
•Support assigned plants with development, submission, and execution of capital projects.
•Participate in OQI (quoting) meetings with the plants and provide scope of work (SOW) documents and capital estimates as needed.
•Develop line layout drawings (AutoCAD) for new lines or modifications to existing lines.
•Manage contractors during execution of capital projects.
•Maintain documentation and reporting for active capital projects. Including weekly status updates, cashflow reporting, and budget tracking.

Required Competencies & Knowledge:
Knowledge of:
•Electrical, to include VFD(s)
•Servos
•High and low voltage troubleshooting
•Ladder logic
•Project Management Methodologies
•CMMS
•AutoCAD

Skill in:
•AutoCAD mechanical drawing development
•Project Management
•Leadership
•Training
•Troubleshooting
•Gantt Chart Development
•Presentation skills
•Great communication skills
•Intermediate to advanced excel
•Financial analysis and budgeting

Ability to:
•Communicate cross-functionally to gain alignment of goals and objectives related to project.
•Coach/Mentor project team members as necessary.
•Perform financial analysis as it relates to ROI, Payback, IRR, as well as budget development, budget tracking and financial close-out.
•Develop drawings in AutoCAD

Proficiency in:
•MS Office Suite, specifically Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, AutoCAD, Visio
Work Environment:
•Work is primarily done in an office setting.
•Frequent production environment exposure which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, fork lifts, and fluctuations in temperature.

Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
•3+ years in project engineering
•3+ years project management
•3+ years AutoCAD
•Experience working in a food manufacturing industry preferred

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Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.