Head of Operations Engineering
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Job Description
Head of Operations Engineering – Morgantown, WV (#F0016)
Location: Morgantown, WV
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Impact Recruiting Solutions:
Impact Recruiting Solutions partners with leading manufacturing and production companies to connect top-tier engineering talent with transformative career opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with roles that drive operational excellence and innovation.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations Engineering to lead engineering initiatives at a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage manufacturing facility. This strategic leadership role requires a results-driven professional with 10+ years of experience in food production engineering, capital project management, and continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Oversee CapEx budgets, engineering projects, and facility expansions
- Implement process improvements to reduce downtime and boost efficiency
- Operational Excellence:
- Ensure compliance with SQF, FDA, and food safety standards
- Coordinate production schedules and planned shutdowns
- Team Development:
- Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineers and technical staff
- Drive training and cross-training initiatives
- Innovation & Compliance:
- Evaluate and implement new technologies for process optimization
- Maintain engineering drawings, equipment specs, and vendor contracts
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (required)
- MBA preferred
- Experience:
- 10+ years engineering experience in manufacturing
- 5-7 years managing capital projects and budgets
- Food/beverage industry experience (GMP, FDA, PMO standards)
- Aseptic manufacturing/packaging experience (strongly preferred)
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, ERP/MES systems
- Ability to create P&IDs and process maps
- Strong CMMS (Upkeep) experience
- Leadership Skills:
- Excellent team management and cross-functional collaboration
- Proven problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
Benefits
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary + performance-based bonus potential
- Comprehensive Benefits: Generous Benefits Package
- Work Schedule: Full-time with flexibility for strategic planning needs
- Professional Growth: Leadership development programs and opportunities to pioneer cutting-edge manufacturing processes
- Impactful Work: Directly shape the efficiency and innovation of a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage facility
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