Manufacturing/Facility Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

GEA Group is a leading global supplier of machinery, plants, and process technology for food processing and various industries. It delivers sustainable solutions and comprehensive services for advanced production processes across diverse markets.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Manufacturing/Facility Engineer who will oversee the implementation of facility improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree (a plus)

Work Experience

• 3 to 5 years of proven experience in facility management or project management roles.
• 5 to 7 years of strong organizational and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Prior experience in operations management
• Experience with multi-year, multi-phase project implementation

Duties/Responsibilities

• Budget Management: Assist in developing and managing budgets for transformation projects to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams like manufacturing, engineering, quality, and maintenance to identify needs and align transformation efforts with organizational goals.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all facility operations meet regulatory standards and safety guidelines.
• Performance Monitoring: Analyze facility operations and performance metrics, making data-driven recommendations for improvements.
• Program Development: Design, launch, and manage initiatives and programs across the site, ensuring best practices are followed and tailored to fit to transform facility, manufacturing, and material flow in the facility.
• Project Execution: Lead facility transformation projects from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Reporting: Prepare and present progress reports on transformation initiatives to senior management.
• Sustainability Focus: Implement sustainable practices and technologies to reduce the organization’s environmental impact.
• Tactical Leadership: Develop and implement a tactical plan for lean transformation aligned with organizational goals, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Data-driven decision-making capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in facilities management
• Proficiency in project management tools and facility management software
• Strong knowledge of lean management and Six Sigma
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Work Environment

• May be exposed to loud noises, machinery, or hazardous materials
• Must follow strict safety and health regulations
• Often works full-time, occasionally requiring overtime or shift work
• Splits time between office tasks and on-site inspections
• Typically works in factories, plants, or industrial settings

Benefits/Perks

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401 (k) with excellent employer match
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings and Spending Accounts
• Medical Plans
• PTO – Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Program

Employer’s Statement

GEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.