Engineering Lead – Taste Elevation

The Kraft Heinz Company

2d • $141,500 - $176,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for driving the multi-year and annual Maintenance and Growth capital planning process for assigned sites/manufacturing PODs. The Engineering Lead will collaborate with global zones, SCD, and the capital PMO to prioritize the Maintenance budget across various cross-functional teams, including Food Safety & Quality, EHS, External Suppliers, FM Global, Roofing, PSM, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain leads. The position ensures capital plans are obtainable, projects do not negatively impact operations, and capital/expense cash flows are planned. The role is accountable for the health, compliance, and successful delivery of Maintenance and Growth projects within assigned plants/manufacturing PODs, ensuring safe construction practices and that new equipment is safe, effective, and compliant with KHC and industry standards. Additionally, the Engineering Lead will mentor site Engineering and Capital Project Managers on lean construction teaming, quality, safety, cost, and delivery techniques, approve project change control requests, and prepare portfolio status reports for Global and North American committees. The role also involves working with the Fixed Asset team to monitor and control CWIP.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school or related field is required.
• Experience in engineering, project management and /or technical leadership across multiple sites.
• Experience with strategic and annual capital planning.
• Strong background in process and packaging equipment for the food industry and / or plant facility engineering and maintenance including building construction and components, building utilities, mechanical and electrical systems, ammonia refrigeration systems, electrical controls systems, computer applications, facility support equipment, and water and wastewater systems.
• Demonstrated ability to Direct/Lead/Manage cross functional teams on large capital project/programs of $20MM or more.
• Understanding of capital financial and manufacturing Key Performance Indicators.
• Ability to work in matrix environment.
• Proficient understanding of project management practices; including project initiating, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and closeout.
• Working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods and team building.
• Hands on experience in the negotiation and management of contracts and agreements with engineering contractors, vendors, regulatory and government agencies.
• Experience reading and understanding construction drawings (Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Plumbing, Structural, Fire) and construction specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with a in plant technical role (Operations, Maintenance, Plant Engineering) is preferred.
• PMP certificate strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive the multi-year and annual Maintenance and Growth capital planning process for assigned sites / manufacturing POD.
• Collaboratively work to prioritize the Maintenance budget across the cross functional team including Food Safety & Quality, EHS, External Suppliers, FM Global, Roofing, PSM, Manufacturing and Supply Chain leads.
• Ensure capital plans are obtainable, projects do not have unplanned impact to operations/service, and capital and expense cash flows are planned.
• Accountable for the health, compliance and successful delivery of Maintenance and Growth projects within assigned plants / manufacturing POD.
• Ensure safe construction practices are followed and new equipment installed is safe, effective and in compliance with KHC and applicable industry standards.
• Mentor site Engineering and Capital Project Managers on using lean construction teaming, quality, safety, cost and delivery techniques.
• Approve project change control request and use of contingency or supplemental funds.
• Prepare and provide portfolio status reports to Global and North American committees.
• Work with Fixed Asset team monitoring and controlling CWIP.
• Lead capital projects consisting of both internal and external partner firms and professionals to achieve approved project objectives from conceptual design through vertical startup.
• Define and decide the final project budgets and schedules.
• Lead the Capital Appropriations Requests (CARs) submission serving as the speaker, advocate to capital investment committees.
• Determines the project structure, resource needs and associated skills to successfully execute the project securing external resources when appropriate to deliver investments per the agreed timing and scope.
• Ensure compliance to safety and environmental policies, procedures, and work rules for project personnel, contractors, and subcontractors from design through operational verification.
• Develops a risk management strategy for the project and implements associated processes and tools to ensure effective identification, monitoring and mitigation of project risk.
• Develop and maintain effective communication with project team, governance teams, business partners and other stakeholders.
• Prepares and provides routine progress reports ensuring sponsors and stakeholders remain informed throughout the life of the project.
• Implement robust project and financial controls, including procedures for change control / management, cost control / forecasting, physical progress / productivity measurement, and invoice review / payment.
• Ensure overall commissioning and vertical start-up aligns with the agreed handover strategy and the committed operations forecast.
• Audits, health checks for Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR) and Management System (Kraft Heinz Management System internally - KHMS).
• Work with PMO, Global / International on KHMS updates.
• Work with PMO in driving continuous improvement of capital project management activities for all KHC entities, and initiative projects to improve capital business process.
• Develop and share best practices and key performance indicators (KPI's) to drive optimal Capex Management and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Build, maintain and administer on-boarding and training to site and network Engineering and Capital Project Managers.
• Work with plant teams to develop cost savings opportunities and convert the prioritized ideas into projects.
• Manage, coach, mentor direct & indirect reports including on-going feedback and annual reviews.
• Work closely with Engineering, Technical Services, and HR partners to develop team members and help them reach career goals.
• Provide inputs, suggestions, and feedback on development plans to help your team members reach the next level.
• Accountable for organizational change management and pulling in cross functional partners (HR) where needed.
• Ensure projects are aligned with the appropriate technical solutions while meeting cost targets and supporting project goals.
• Support Post Implementation Reviews (PIRs) to ensure change has been embedded into the Ways of Working.
• Partner with procurement early in project development to align sourcing strategy with scope, schedule and budget objectives.
• Ensure the project has clearly defined technical requirements and specs to enable competitive, accurate bidding.
• Along with procurement, lead key bid evaluations using KHC tools.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior