KIND
Overview
As a collection of brands including KIND, Nature’s Bakery, and trü frü within the Health and Wellness Division of Mars Snacking, we are proud to offer healthy snacking options to our consumers. From granola to snack bars and better for you hyper-chilled and hyper-dried chocolate covered fruit, we believe that the choice to snack healthier should be an easy and desirable one. With real, recognizable ingredients in every bite, we’re on a mission to inspire everyone to snack better.
We’re on the lookout for passionate associates to join our dynamic, growth-oriented team! If you’re someone who loves to dive in and make things happen, we want you!
Join us to become the foremost leader in health & wellness and provide healthy snacking choices to our consumers! Come be part of our journey to become the leading force in health and wellness, providing tasty and nutritious snacking choices to our consumers!
What You\'ll Do As a collection of brands including KIND, Nature’s Bakery, and trü frü within the Health and Wellness Division of Mars Snacking, we are proud to offer healthy snacking options to our consumers. From granola to snack bars and better for you hyper-chilled and hyper-dried chocolate covered fruit, we believe that the choice to snack healthier should be an easy and desirable one. With real, recognizable ingredients in every bite, we’re on a mission to inspire everyone to snack better.
We’re on the lookout for a passionate Sr. Project Engineer to join our dynamic, growth-oriented team! If you’re someone who loves to dive in and make things happen, we want you!
Reporting to Director Project Engineering, Mars Health & Wellness Platform, the Sr. Project Engineer will plan, organize, and lead engineering functions that will drive us to achieve, MARS H+W AOP strategy, productivity initiatives within current and future network, influence and direct capex investment strategy, and optimize a foundational continuous improvement model. How you\'ll do it..
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Work cross functionally with H+W manufacturing team to help build and execute technical strategy to support broader AOP business objectives
Driven executional leadership to complete technical network projects
Strategic planning leadership for optimized network to deliver cost, quality, service key business goals
Critical cross functional team management skills to incorporate supply chain project management, R&D, Pkg Engineering, Procurement, and Quality Food Safety resources to deliver key network objectives
Lead Process engineering efforts for productivity initiatives within existing network:
Assess current strategy and align on optimized opportunities to build out manufacturing pipeline for next 3-5 years
Develop technical plans, protocols, and executional resources required to achieve critical projects
Lead external and internal partners through critical project scope and success criteria
Lead technical assessment of manufacturing lines to validate capability of a manufacturing process for lift/shift network projects
Develop, revise, and optimize manufacturing processes encompassing mechanical, electrical, and software engineering as business need dictates
Timely communication of trip reports highlighting critical results and key next steps
Assist in the development of Heath and Wellness AOP strategy
Strong blend of management, technical, and analytical skills to oversee and manage projects across multiple cross functional priorities
Help influence and drive execution of 3-5 year capex strategy
Formalize, communicate, and align all critical stakeholders through existing formal approval processes
Leverage basic continuous improvement skills and tools to streamline operational losses and inefficiencies
Coach and lead current network resources through basic fundamental concepts of CI principles
Utilize problem-solving tools in various situations, including root cause analysis, flowcharts, and fishbone diagrams
Track and monitor processes, including but not limited to production throughput, cycle times, scrap performance, efficiency etc. Conduct data analysis to monitor and report production performance
Identify and lead collaboration efforts to improve efficiency, reduce risk and minimize costs in our processes and systems
Research and suggest equipment design concepts and fundamental technology used for potential improvement for existing processes
Partner with Manufacturing and Quality functions, review and monitor quality opportunities and process improvements to achieve consumer product quality goals
Execute Innovation projects related to new Line Extensions
Develop, revise and optimize processing parameters as required
Role requires 35% - 50% travel
What Youll Bring To Mars Health & Wellness
Sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A partnership and relationship-based approach in working with internal and external business partners. Always presenting a “we vs. me” attitude.
A willingness to challenge our “Way of Work” to maximize our resources and enhance our success rate
Strong analytical skills
You are...
Self-driven, highly motivated and energized to build and evolve teams within the commercial space
An owner - Accountable for your commitments and how you achieve results, always with an ownership mindset
A change leader – With insatiable drive to achieve, learn and improve
A problem solver – Flexible and forward thinking with a creative and solution orientated approach
Committed to excellence - With high quality standards and strong attention to detail
Flexible and results driven – Able to manage, adapt, and dynamically prioritize multiple work-streams with a positive \'whatever it takes\' attitude. Able to work under pressure and meet goals under rapidly changing conditions
Entrepreneurial - Scrappy enough to get things done with brilliance and flawlessly execute projects despite limited resources
Kind - Genuine in your desire to help make the world a kinder place, committing to always spreading and celebrating kindness
You have...
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a high-volume R&D and manufacturing environment, preferably in the Consumer Package Goods Industry
Bachelor’s Degree in technical engineering/science field preferred or related field of study required
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and direct/motivate project teams
Communication skills to work with all levels of the organization from manufacturing employees to corporate executives
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in stressful, fast-paced situations, with the personal leadership to influence and positively motivate self and peers
Demonstrated performance in developing and commercializing new products/technology in collaboration with Quality, NPD, Operations, Marketing, etc
Experience in FDA regulated environments preferred
Experience with frozen foods preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Salary Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is
$107,500.00 - $135,000.00 . Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
What We Offer We are proud to provide a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package.
A 401(k) plan, complete with a generous company match!
Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you.
Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family’s needs.
Casual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND, Nature’s Bakery and trü frü gear!
A dynamic, ambitious and fun work environment
EEO We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
Privacy Policy Mars and its family of brands is committed to transparency and responsibility in how we handle the personal data entrusted to us by our customers and consumers. To learn more about our privacy policy please follow this link.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Manufacturing
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We’re on the lookout for passionate associates to join our dynamic, growth-oriented team! If you’re someone who loves to dive in and make things happen, we want you!
Join us to become the foremost leader in health & wellness and provide healthy snacking choices to our consumers! Come be part of our journey to become the leading force in health and wellness, providing tasty and nutritious snacking choices to our consumers!
What You\'ll Do As a collection of brands including KIND, Nature’s Bakery, and trü frü within the Health and Wellness Division of Mars Snacking, we are proud to offer healthy snacking options to our consumers. From granola to snack bars and better for you hyper-chilled and hyper-dried chocolate covered fruit, we believe that the choice to snack healthier should be an easy and desirable one. With real, recognizable ingredients in every bite, we’re on a mission to inspire everyone to snack better.
We’re on the lookout for a passionate Sr. Project Engineer to join our dynamic, growth-oriented team! If you’re someone who loves to dive in and make things happen, we want you!
Reporting to Director Project Engineering, Mars Health & Wellness Platform, the Sr. Project Engineer will plan, organize, and lead engineering functions that will drive us to achieve, MARS H+W AOP strategy, productivity initiatives within current and future network, influence and direct capex investment strategy, and optimize a foundational continuous improvement model. How you\'ll do it..
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Work cross functionally with H+W manufacturing team to help build and execute technical strategy to support broader AOP business objectives
Driven executional leadership to complete technical network projects
Strategic planning leadership for optimized network to deliver cost, quality, service key business goals
Critical cross functional team management skills to incorporate supply chain project management, R&D, Pkg Engineering, Procurement, and Quality Food Safety resources to deliver key network objectives
Lead Process engineering efforts for productivity initiatives within existing network:
Assess current strategy and align on optimized opportunities to build out manufacturing pipeline for next 3-5 years
Develop technical plans, protocols, and executional resources required to achieve critical projects
Lead external and internal partners through critical project scope and success criteria
Lead technical assessment of manufacturing lines to validate capability of a manufacturing process for lift/shift network projects
Develop, revise, and optimize manufacturing processes encompassing mechanical, electrical, and software engineering as business need dictates
Timely communication of trip reports highlighting critical results and key next steps
Assist in the development of Heath and Wellness AOP strategy
Strong blend of management, technical, and analytical skills to oversee and manage projects across multiple cross functional priorities
Help influence and drive execution of 3-5 year capex strategy
Formalize, communicate, and align all critical stakeholders through existing formal approval processes
Leverage basic continuous improvement skills and tools to streamline operational losses and inefficiencies
Coach and lead current network resources through basic fundamental concepts of CI principles
Utilize problem-solving tools in various situations, including root cause analysis, flowcharts, and fishbone diagrams
Track and monitor processes, including but not limited to production throughput, cycle times, scrap performance, efficiency etc. Conduct data analysis to monitor and report production performance
Identify and lead collaboration efforts to improve efficiency, reduce risk and minimize costs in our processes and systems
Research and suggest equipment design concepts and fundamental technology used for potential improvement for existing processes
Partner with Manufacturing and Quality functions, review and monitor quality opportunities and process improvements to achieve consumer product quality goals
Execute Innovation projects related to new Line Extensions
Develop, revise and optimize processing parameters as required
Role requires 35% - 50% travel
What Youll Bring To Mars Health & Wellness
Sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A partnership and relationship-based approach in working with internal and external business partners. Always presenting a “we vs. me” attitude.
A willingness to challenge our “Way of Work” to maximize our resources and enhance our success rate
Strong analytical skills
You are...
Self-driven, highly motivated and energized to build and evolve teams within the commercial space
An owner - Accountable for your commitments and how you achieve results, always with an ownership mindset
A change leader – With insatiable drive to achieve, learn and improve
A problem solver – Flexible and forward thinking with a creative and solution orientated approach
Committed to excellence - With high quality standards and strong attention to detail
Flexible and results driven – Able to manage, adapt, and dynamically prioritize multiple work-streams with a positive \'whatever it takes\' attitude. Able to work under pressure and meet goals under rapidly changing conditions
Entrepreneurial - Scrappy enough to get things done with brilliance and flawlessly execute projects despite limited resources
Kind - Genuine in your desire to help make the world a kinder place, committing to always spreading and celebrating kindness
You have...
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a high-volume R&D and manufacturing environment, preferably in the Consumer Package Goods Industry
Bachelor’s Degree in technical engineering/science field preferred or related field of study required
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and direct/motivate project teams
Communication skills to work with all levels of the organization from manufacturing employees to corporate executives
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in stressful, fast-paced situations, with the personal leadership to influence and positively motivate self and peers
Demonstrated performance in developing and commercializing new products/technology in collaboration with Quality, NPD, Operations, Marketing, etc
Experience in FDA regulated environments preferred
Experience with frozen foods preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Salary Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is
$107,500.00 - $135,000.00 . Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
What We Offer We are proud to provide a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package.
A 401(k) plan, complete with a generous company match!
Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you.
Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family’s needs.
Casual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND, Nature’s Bakery and trü frü gear!
A dynamic, ambitious and fun work environment
EEO We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
Privacy Policy Mars and its family of brands is committed to transparency and responsibility in how we handle the personal data entrusted to us by our customers and consumers. To learn more about our privacy policy please follow this link.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Manufacturing
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