Senior Manager

Company: International Dehydrated Foods
Location: Springfield
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Want to join a team where you can demonstrate your leadership and help drive new growth? PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Process Engineering for Animal Nutrition will direct and develop all Process Improvement, automation, capital management, and technology optimization efforts and initiatives within the IsoNova Operations function. Travel Expectations: requirements will vary according to specific projects and initiatives, but are expected to average 40%-50%. TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: General Areas of Responsibility Approximate Time Allocation:

• Oversee process and data automation projects in all plants. 15%
• Oversee Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Optimization, Innovation and Value Creation initiatives. 20%
• Oversee capital management process for all capital projects. 30%
• Oversee maintenance and reliability programs in all facilities. 10%
• Explore, recommend, and test new technologies to optimize manufacturing processes. 25% Total 100%
  • Implement systems to accurately and quickly gather operational performance and costs.
  • Define and document manufacturing standards, processes, and best practices.
  • Assure that all capital projects align with established standards and processes.
  • Lead, document, and elevate success of process improvement efforts, value creation, and innovation efforts.
  • Assisting Process Technicians in troubleshooting in the event of a problem.
  • Installation of new equipment.
  • Risk assessments of the equipment and processes being used.
  • Participation in budgeting.
  • Assemble reports to document process status and changes. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline required; (MBA is a plus).
    • Managerial/supervisory experience in a food manufacturing facility (3-5 years experience).
    • Experience participating in formal Process Improvement initiatives (2-5 years experience).
    • Experience with a Manufacturing Execution System/Plant Floor System (2+ years experience).
    • Project management in a manufacturing environment, preference to experience with stage-gate project management (2+ years experience).
    • Engineering and/or Maintenance and Reliability within a manufacturing environment.
    • Proven success in manufacturing and/or supply chain optimization efforts. Taking care of business starts with taking care of our associates! EEO Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled Posted 30+ Days Ago Full time REQ976 About Us IsoNova is an innovative egg product manufacturer with multiple production locations spread throughout the US. As the only manufacturer whose single focus is egg, IsoNova offers a host of exclusive value-added products that meet the exacting needs of our pet and value-added feed customers. In 2019, IsoNova joined Symrise , a global supplier of fragrances, flavorings, cosmetic active ingredients and raw materials, as well as functional ingredients. IsoNova became part of Diana, in the Nutrition Segment of Symrise. At IsoNova, taking care of business starts with taking care of our associates.We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.IsoNova is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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