Capital Projects Manager

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Newly Weds Foods Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Capital Project Engineer to join our team at Newly Weds Foods. As a key member of our Corporate Engineering Department, you will be responsible for managing capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and manage capital project budgets, collaborating with facility staff to prepare and submit appropriation requests to management for approval.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to manage capital projects of varying scales, developing scope of work, preliminary budgets, and detailed cost estimates.
  • Oversee project design and development to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of project objectives.
  • Work with equipment vendors to obtain and evaluate competitive proposals, preparing purchase requisitions and approving project-related invoices.
  • Ensure compliance with governing agencies' regulations and standards, such as FDA, BRC, OSHA, and EPA.
  • Collaborate with various departments, including Finance, Operations, R&D, IT, Quality, Sanitation, Health & Safety, Legal, and others as required.
  • Oversee contractors, building construction, and field installation of processing systems, ensuring equipment and workmanship meet project requirements.
  • Complete Factory Acceptance Tests or Pre-Delivery Inspections at supplier's site as required, and oversee equipment start-up, commissioning, and training.
  • Develop supporting documentation, including Process Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions.
Requirements
  • BS or BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or equivalent experience.
  • 5-10+ years of project management/project engineering experience.
  • CAD knowledge (experience a plus).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of process and electrical controls, with strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience in food manufacturing.
  • Willingness to travel 60-70% of the time.
Work Environment

General office setting with periodic exposure to a loud environment, airborne particles, cold, hot, wet, and humid conditions, and walking/standing on concrete.

Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Incentive Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Pet Insurance

Newly Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.



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