Project Engineer - US-TN-Old Hickory

Only for registered members US-TN-Old Hickory, United States

1 day ago

$75,000 - $135,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Overview · Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, t ...

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Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world

Responsibilities

Leads planning and execution of capital and cost improvement projects in coordination with site resources. Responsible for timely, professional completion of projects that meet objectives and come in at or under budget.

Ensure compliance to all safety policies and procedures. Establish, support and maintain a "safety first" culture.

Accountable for the safety of all employees/contractors for whom they are responsible through active engagement in safety activities and provide clear, consistent communication of safe work expectations.

Supports and investigates situations in which line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived, imminent safety risk.

Actively leads risk assessment activities for their area of responsibility by driving prioritized corrective and preventative actions to eliminate/reduce environmental, health or safety risks.

Lead all required meetings with safety (i.e. Pre-shift, Department Change Management, General communication, Town Hall, etc.).

Completes incident investigations, root cause analysis and implements corrective actions accordingly in a timely and thorough manner.

Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures

Leads implementation of assigned projects ensuring on time completion, project objectives met, and at or under spending target.

Manages projects start to finish and ensures efficient use of labor, capital, and other resources.

Identifies and initiates improvement projects that help meet site goals.

Collaborate with operations, maintenance and other departments to understand requirements and scope of project.

Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements.

Determines project schedule by reviewing scope of project, calculating time requirements and sequencing project activities.

Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving project conflicts.

Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.

Prepares interim and completion project reports.

Partners with EHS&S for site regulatory compliance.

Provides and maintains drawings and other needed documentation and assists with identification of spare parts.

Ensure ISO compliant records are maintained

Trains manufacturing resources to ensure successful startup and operation of new equipment.

Support and maintain a culture of continuous improvement, quality, high performance and process excellence.

Maintains a team effort attitude and approach.

Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BS in Engineering or related field required or equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities, PMP preferred

Minimum of 5 years in Project Engineering or related field in a manufacturing environment, preferably extrusion, textiles or paper

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office machines and computer software including Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint.

Knowledge of standard accepted troubleshooting, repair, reliability and effective planning & labor utilization strategies.

Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and EPA laws, standards and regulations governing manufacturing sites (29 CFR 1910).

Working knowledge of manufacturing industry (non-woven or textile-related preferred).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Exceptional negotiation skills

Strong understanding of basic physics, engineering, chemistry, electronics. Create and read blueprints.

Strong coordination ability to ensure effective and efficient utilization of contractors and internal resources.

Compile and use data and proven methods to analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions to problems.

Effective communication skills, written and oral, including presentation skills, technical and program writing, and the ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees.

Ability to deliver committed performance indicators. Initiates corrective action, anticipates issues, and develops contingency plans

Strong organizational skill to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work outside normal business hours to include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Ability to maintain confidentiality as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

Decision Making: Can assess the scope, urgency and level of risk associated with a situation. Includes the ability to take measures in a timely manner to solve problems involving various levels of complexity & ambiguity. Chooses the best solution based on analysis, experience and judgement.

Initiative: Proactively seeks out opportunities to improve processes, solve problems, and contribute beyond assigned tasks. Shows a strong sense of ownership, taking responsibility for outcomes and following through consistently.

Team Work: Can collaborate, idea share, listen and be a member of a team while being respectful of other's and their differences. Assumes responsibility for own commitments in order to facilitate teamwork. Shares knowledge & experience with team members while working in collaboration rather than competition with them.

Change Leader: Ability to facilitate the process of change, while helping others to adapt to its effects. Able to explain the need for change by communicating gaps as well as the benefits while being sensitive to evolution of the people and culture

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects or tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; talk or hear. The employee will periodically climb up to three levels above floor level and occasionally up to 200 feet. The employee will periodically be required to enter permit required confined spaces. The employee must periodically lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time; dust; heat; humidity, odors. The noise level in the work environment varies and hearing protection is required in some work areas. The employee is frequently exposed to high speed machinery with open inward rolls, high temperature surfaces and moving lift truck traffic.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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