Head of Operations Engineering

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Job Description:

The Head of Operations Engineering is a vital leadership position based in our clients beverage manufacturing facility. The role is designed to ensure seamless engineering operations throughout the organization, fostering a collaborative environment, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Collaboration:

- Lead and oversee engineering operations in collaboration with Maintenance, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), Process, Controls, and Reliability Engineering teams.

- Cultivate a culture of teamwork and open communication across departments to drive successful project outcomes.

Project Management:

- Manage plant renovations, improvement projects, and facility expansions.

- Ensure projects are executed efficiently, adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

- Strategize for minimal disruption to production and downtime schedules.

Operational Efficiency:

- Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of processes and systems to enhance operational efficacy.

- Ensure resource allocation is optimized for cost-effective solutions aligned with business objectives.

Problem Solving & Decision Making:

- Address complex challenges to maintain strong system performance.

- Utilize data-driven approaches to enhance problem-solving and decision-making processes.

Continuous Improvement:

- Drive initiatives for continuous improvement to boost overall plant performance and efficiency.

- Foster a culture of innovation and excellence in engineering practices.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. Master’s degree .

- Extensive leadership experience in an engineering operations role, ideally within the food and beverage industry.

- Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.

- Strong analytical skills with experience in problem-solving and implementing process improvements.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.