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Following are description of some current individual positions. 

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Principal Process Engineer N609
Eastern MA
Requirements: BS in engineering, food science, or related field plus 8-10 years experience or advanced degree with 4-5 years experience. Must have manufacturing plant experience as well as lab experience. Must have strong leadership ability to manage projects, teams and individuals. Data mining and management experience is critical and a background in experimental design would be ideal. Experience with crystallized fruits, extraction of oils (soy bean, corn, peanuts, etc.) and drying experience are critical in this role. Must be able to travel (approx. 30%.)
Responsibilities: Position will
• have full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating projects and assignments.
• make authoritative technical/administrative decisions and recommendations on projects that support innovation and renovation efforts in the food and beverage network.
• demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems that arise from processing food and/or beverage products.
• work closely with senior management in developing strategies that help achieve the cooperative’s long term goals.
• determine program objectives and requirements and develop standards and guidelines for diverse R&D activities. This role may supervise activities of assigned staff members.
• be part of a team of approximately seven engineers (Packaging and Processing). This role may focus on food and/or beverage products.
• be a point of contact for day-to-day support for several of our manufacturing facilities.
 

Industrial Engineer H931
Memphis, TN
Requirements: BS in Industrial Engineering with strong internships to 3 years industrial experience. The individual must be a self-starter, motivated and assertive with good communications skills, both oral and written.
Responsibilities: Perform and summarize time studies and work sampling studies to establish or maintain standard and goal manning requirements. Prepare engineering economic analysis of proposals. Compile and analyze standard data for direct and indirect labor costs. Need to challenge the “status quo.” Assist in solving problems requiring statistical and applied mathematical analysis. Initiate proposals and provide alternatives to increase productivity to ensure continuous improvement.
 

Maintenance Supervisor H921
Lexington, KY
Requirements: BS Degree plus previous experience in high speed food production is required. Some previous supervisory experience is preferred. Position requires the ability to make quick decisions and set proper priorities to minimize downtime and keep a large production area up and running efficiently. Must be willing to work in a wide variety of environments, work off shifts, and work overtime.
Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the direct supervision of a team of 10-15 mechanics in a high speed food production environment. Must be vigilant in efforts to keep the team focused on working safely and efficiently to properly support all production efforts. Specific responsibilities include:
1. Supervise the maintenance of production equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendations and experience with similar equipment
2. Proper utilization of maintenance personnel to ensure safe, effective, and efficient operation of equipment
3. Review PM program and monitor schedules on existing equipment, as well as assist in developing PM programs for new equipment
4. Coordinate parts and labor for assigned areas during any scheduled plant shutdowns
5. Efficiently utilize all support groups to accomplish needed requirements
6. Maintain good human relation principles, communication skills, and quality leadership with superiors, peers, and subordinates.
7. Maintain a sense of accountability with all subordinates for adherence to all company guidelines, as well as personal performance
8. Document reoccurring equipment breakdowns and develop methods and programs to help predict and prevent breakdowns
9. Drive a culture within your team that stresses personal safety, food safety, and productivity.

 

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