Head of Operations Engineering

Head of Operations Engineering – Morgantown, WV (#F0016)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Commuter Benefits program
• Visa Sponsorship opportunities

Location: Morgantown, WV
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Impact Recruiting Solutions:

Impact Recruiting Solutions partners with leading manufacturing and production companies to connect top-tier engineering talent with transformative career opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with roles that drive operational excellence and innovation.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations Engineering to lead engineering initiatives at a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage manufacturing facility. This strategic leadership role requires a results-driven professional with 10+ years of experience in food production engineering, capital project management, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Oversee CapEx budgets, engineering projects, and facility expansions
• Implement process improvements to reduce downtime and boost efficiency
• Operational Excellence:
• Ensure compliance with SQF, FDA, and food safety standards
• Coordinate production schedules and planned shutdowns
• Team Development:
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineers and technical staff
• Drive training and cross-training initiatives
• Innovation & Compliance:
• Evaluate and implement new technologies for process optimization
• Maintain engineering drawings, equipment specs, and vendor contracts

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (required)
• MBA preferred
• Experience:
• 10+ years engineering experience in manufacturing
• 5-7 years managing capital projects and budgets
• Food/beverage industry experience (GMP, FDA, PMO standards)
• Aseptic manufacturing/packaging experience (strongly preferred)
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, ERP/MES systems
• Ability to create P&IDs and process maps
• Strong CMMS (Upkeep) experience
• Leadership Skills:
• Excellent team management and cross-functional collaboration
• Proven problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary + performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous Benefits Package
• Work Schedule: Full-time with flexibility for strategic planning needs
• Professional Growth: Leadership development programs and opportunities to pioneer cutting-edge manufacturing processes
  
• Impactful Work: Directly shape the efficiency and innovation of a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage facility