Sr. Project Engineer - Buffalo, NY

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

OVERVIEW

This position willbe responsible forexecuting Capital Projects including scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment sizing andselection, procurement, installation,check-outand start-up. This position will belocatedat the Buffalo Site supporting the CerealProcessingDepartment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead Engineer on Capital Projects - overall project management, construction management, start-up, conceptual phases, project close-out, scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment design andselection, procurement, installation, and check-out.
• Lead system design standards development for divisional unit operations, includes improvements to existing standards usingappropriate technicalevaluation and oversight.
• Maintain engineering interface with business unit team -maintainclose workingrelationshipwith R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations leadership, and financial operations.
• Offer production support and troubleshootingassistanceto Engineers, Maintenance, and Line Teams.
• Provide innovative technical solutionsrequiredto meet businessobjectiveswith emphasis on productivity.
• Lead annual capital planning process for the Packaging Department, including Long Range Plans for obsolescence, Packaging Innovation, and Growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of project engineering experience in Manufacturing
• Bachelor'sof Science degree in Engineering or related degree with applicable experience or extensive relevant work experience.
• Experience working with plant technicians, leadership staff, outside vendors, and managing contractors and engineering firms.
• Demonstrated skills in executing several large concurrent assignments with emphasis on project management,productivityand innovation.
• Working knowledge of packaging systems, plant manufacturing, engineering,qualityand research functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with continuous improvement, LEAN, Six Sigma, TPM, or related processes
• Construction management experience
• 5+ years of relevant food manufacturing and engineering experience.
• Understanding of Food Manufacturing Regulatory requirements (GMP, EPA, OSHA)

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUEST

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