Project Engineer
Company: Kraft Heinz Company
Location: Champaign
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
General information
All posting locations: Champaign, Illinois, United States of
America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 16-Dec-2022
Ref #: R-64571
Description & Requirements
Key Responsibilities of the Role
--- To ensure projects are completed on time within budget or with
successful attainment of objectives.
--- Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as
technical studies- product design- preparation of specifications
and technical plans and product testing.
--- Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments-
scheduling- and resolving engineering design and test problems.
--- Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
--- Prepares interim and completion project reports.
--- Provide functional and technical support to the factories to
minimize production and maintenance problems.
--- Apply engineering expertise to equipment design- problems
solving- and quality improvement.
--- Participate in committee or task forces where necessary to
contribute to company goals.
--- Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or
project manager.
--- In every activity- use the principles of TQM "To do the job
right the first time". This includes establishing requirements and
the process maps necessary to meet the customer's requirements and
all things done right the first time.
--- Promote TQM through actions and communications to all customers
(internal and external)- conformance to requirements- to provide
quality products and services and provide technical
solutions/leadership for the reduction in cost of quality.
--- Development of project scope- justification- and
factory/company impact.
--- Appropriation preparation including cost estimates- savings-
and timing plan.
--- Development and management of cost controls- asset controls and
scheduling controls.
--- Hires and supervises various contractors in the scope of
project manager. This may encompass all project areas and total up
to 50 people dispersed among distinct trades.
--- The incumbent must maintain a strong back-up source of
technical files- vendors- and manufacturers- and engineering groups
in order to respond to needs for new packaging methods or to
identify technologies/equipment for application in the packaging
area.
--- Evaluate- plan and implement approved projects in he direction
of Engineering- Project Review Committee and/or Management
Board.
--- Cost Reduction/Production Improvement; Participate actively in
Company efforts to reduce operational costs and improve finished
quality attributes. Develop projects where appropriate to initiate
utilization of cost cutting/quality improving technique or
equipment.
--- Analyzing and preparing appropriation request for capital
improvement and replacements of inefficient assets- collecting and
organizing data for future capital improvements on a five year
capital spending budget basis; maintaining and active cost
reduction program.
--- The incumbent must also possess a high level of human
relation's skills to be able to efficiently interact with
individuals from varying work disciplines and cultural
backgrounds.
--- Direct and compile capital budgeting; collect future capital
project requirements from factory departments and compile into a
final five-year capital budget. Control the currently fiscal year
budget to ensure that the current factory needs are met as well s
assuring that its needs are well positioned for the future.
--- Analyze and prepare appropriation requests; prepares and
financially analyzes all capital and expense appropriation
requests. This includes new facilities and equipment for factory
operating improvements- capacity increases and replacement of
equipment.
Qualifications
--- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited
engineering school or related field is Strongly Preferred
--- 3+ years of experience or full cycle Project Engineering
experience.
--- Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems-
packaging methods- and materials- electronics and computer
applications- and electrical systems.
--- Strong communication skills are required for presentations to
factory staffs on technical issues or specific project
activity.
--- Ability to read- analyzes- and interprets general business
periodicals- professional journals- technical procedures- or
governmental regulations.
--- Ability to write reports- business correspondence- and
procedure manuals.
--- Ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from groups of managers- clients- customers- and the
general public.
--- Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as
frequency distribution- determination of test reliability and
validity- analysis of variance- correlation techniques- sampling
theory- and factor analysis.
--- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written- oral- diagram- or schedule form.
--- Ability to
About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage
companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global
sales of approximately $25 billion. We're a globally trusted
producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for
over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced
and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include
condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment
beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous
other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and
emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we're united under one vision: To sustainably
grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to
life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and
high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those
in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We
also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that
extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our
communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with
bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion -
and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a
global citizen - there's only one thing to do: join our table and
let's make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream
big. We empower our people at every level - from entry-level intern
to senior leader - to own their work. We share a responsibility to
think like Owners - to be mindful of the collective and sustained
success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to every situation, every
day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve.
You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to
lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every
level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave
a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. You're
supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our
collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented
Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected
classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected
individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job
application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for
assistance.
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