Engineering Manager

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Eden, NC

2d•$124,750 - $170,410•Onsite

About The Position

One of our newest factories, located along the Virginia border, breathes new life into a former brewery, creating an innovative and technologically advanced pet food manufacturing facility. We have transformed the existing structure in Rockingham County to produce leading dry dog and cat food brands, including Purina Pro Plan®, Purina ONE®, and Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. With a strong focus on sustainability and safety, this facility is committed to doing our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. As we expand, we proudly build upon our 90-year legacy of crafting science-based dog and cat foods that pet owners’ trust. At Purina, we are deeply passionate about supporting the communities where we live and work, and we bring that same engagement and commitment to Rockingham County. Together, we create a brighter future for pets and our community. As the Engineering Manager, you’ll manage the engineering and maintenance functions to ensure efficient and trouble-free operation of the plant. You’ll be responsible for the effective and timely delivery of services and expertise in the areas of construction, management and implementation of the capital budget, utilities generation and distribution, process improvement, maintenance, and miscellaneous support and services in support of the plant operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
7+ years of progressive engineering experience, including people leadership and project management, within a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and coordinate the capital budget to improve and maintain equipment and facilities.
Inspect and advise on all areas of the plant for equipment design, evaluation and troubleshooting.
Coordinate operation of steam generating, electrical power service, compressed gases, water, sewer, HVAC, process liquids, plant – wide lighting, buildings, grounds, and fire protection systems to provide uninterrupted service.
Responsible for all outside contractors to assure compliance with all company standards including sanitation, safety, quality, productivity and budgeting.
Direct the installation of new equipment and/or modification/rearrangement of existing equipment for assigned projects.
Set the direction for maintenance and engineering training by providing the leadership, support, and training necessary for the development of each team member as a valued and critical resource.
Responsible for the maintenance function of plant facilities and equipment with shared responsibility among Operating Department Managers for specific daily maintenance in their respective areas.
Coordinate staffing requirements within the Department consistent with plant objectives.
Establish standards of measurements for the Engineering and Maintenance Department performance and administer performance appraisals for all department members.
Responsible for the review and approval of equipment purchase orders, contract service orders and plant service agreements.