Plant Engineering Manager
Company: Dairy Farmers of America
Location: Portales
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Oversee and manage all aspects of the engineering and
maintenance functions and staff within the plant(s). Lead a team of
engineers and maintenance managers/supervisors to ensure the
plant's smooth operation, optimizing productivity and maintaining
the facility's infrastructure and equipment. Develop and execute
plans to support current and future plant requirements and develop
systems in critical areas such as preventative maintenance, spare
parts inventories, and work order systems. Work closely with plant
management and plant employees and serve as a liaison with DFA
enterprise wide functional departments. Ensure best practices in
all maintenance activities.--Manage all aspects of the engineering
and maintenance functions, including the direct management of
engineers and maintenance managers/supervisors. Provide direction,
guidance, and support, fostering a positive work environment and
promoting professional development-- Collaborate with senior
management to identify and prioritize capital improvement projects.
Recommend expense or capital projects which are necessary or will
improve productivity, safety, or operational efficiency-- Oversee
the design, planning, and execution of capital and expense
projects, ensuring they meet budget and timeline as defined--
Partner with others regarding the resolution of ongoing or
escalated problems, the implementation of new procedures or
process, the introduction of new equipment installation and layout,
and products or product lines-- Perform replacement analysis of
equipment considering space costs, depreciation, service life, and
maintenance costs; advise production management of information and
recommend appropriate actions-- Ensure good business communication
practices at all levels to ensure key stakeholders are well
informed and can appropriately respond as needed-- Ensure all
process changes, equipment changes, or product changes are
understood by affected employees in a timely fashion. Engage and
interact with staff on a regular basis assisting them with their
concerns and questions-- Oversee preventative maintenance programs
for facility, electrical distribution, plant utility systems,
architecture, process instrumentation, and all production machinery
and equipment through assigned staff and outside contractors to
support sustained plant operations and maximize operational
efficiency-- Source and evaluate vendors, contractors, and
suppliers to obtain quality products and services at competitive
prices. Negotiate contracts and agreements with external parties as
necessary-- Develop and utilize maintenance key performance
indicators (KPI) to drive improvements to plant reliability. Drive
continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant operations and
reduce waste-- Identify opportunities to implement new
technologies, processes, and methodologies to enhance plant
performance-- Conduct or coordinate regular safety inspections,
risk assessments, and safety training programs-- Generate reports
on plant performance, maintenance activities, and project updates
for management review-- Maintain accurate documentation of
maintenance records, engineering plans, and compliance
documentation-- Prepare and manage the department's budget,
ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources-- Manage assigned
employees, including recruitment, scheduling, development,
evaluation, performance management, and career development; hold
self and employees accountable for results-- Ensure all plant
environmental policies and procedures reflect current DFA
guidelines and regulatory requirements and proper reporting is
completed-- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and
work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food
safety, quality, and sanitation requirements-- The requirements
herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be
assigned as required
Keywords: Dairy Farmers of America, Roswell , Plant Engineering Manager, Engineering , Portales, New Mexico
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