Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

As the Director of Engineering, you will lead and direct engineering operations across a key functional area, ensuring the efficient use of engineering resources to achieve world-class performance in our plants.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering teams in various Engineering disciplines across plants to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, HR, Safety, etc.) to achieve company goals.
• Oversee and manage Capital and Maintenance budgets and project planning.
• Drive engineering performance to meet operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Create and implement short-term and long-term operational plans to meet customer and quality standards.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve operational performance with internal and external resources.
• Provide clear direction on processes, schedules, and priorities for engineering teams. Develop and enforce best practices for engineering development.
• Ensure facilities comply with internal and external engineering standards and regulations.
• Analyze Asset Utilization and Optimization by utilization data and structure models on optimal replacement timing as well as methods to increase asset longevity.
• Lead and motivate engineering teams to achieve business objectives and deliver solutions on time and on budget.
• Partner with HR to develop leadership programs, manage performance, and build a diverse, high-performing workforce.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 5+ years of experience in a position of leadership, including team development and management, is required.
• Prior experience in an engineering role required.
• Multi-Million CapEx Management experience.
• Ammonia Refrigeration experience.
• Professional Engineer License a plus.
• Food Industry experience required, meat industry background a plus.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development