Plant Engineering Manager 172386

At Hill s Pet Nutrition we have a purpose to transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, science-led nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you re interested in work that matters, fueled by passion for pets, we invite you to apply.

Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hill s mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition that s a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US #1 Veterinarian recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient with 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health.

Plant Engineering Manager

Are you ready to drive technical excellence and lead a high-performing engineering team at our facility? As the Plant Engineering Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations, influencing the performance and reliability of plant technical systems while developing a strategic 5-year capital plan. You will own the facility s capital budget and lead transformative energy management projects that directly impact our corporate EHS and Quality standards.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary technical team, including Maintenance and Project Engineers, to exceed plant KPIs and foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration.
• Functions as a member of the Strategic Leadership Team which establishes clear direction and continuous improvement expectations for the plant, leads and supports change, provides effective career development and planning for direct reports.
• Develops and manages the overall facility capital and the facility maintenance expense budget.
• Coordinates with the EOHS manager and Quality manager to ensure contractors follow all guidelines for safety, quality, food safety and food sanitation.
• Ensures training for newly implemented methods and systems to continuously improve technical skill level.
• Develops and maintains the plant s 5-year strategic capital plan and overall capital plan implementation.
• Leads all plant energy management and optimization projects.
• Ensures training for newly implemented methods and systems to continuously improve technical skill level.
• Ensures appropriate EMO s (Experimental Manufacturing Orders) are conducted to verify that process/equipment meets design specification and that personnel are trained appropriately.
• Support implementation of Quality Assurance and Food Safety initiatives. Ensure personnel adhere to Hill s policies, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in a technical field (Engineering, Science, or related).
• Minimum of 8 years of manufacturing experience, with a focus on engineering or project management.
• Minimum of 5 years managing capital and departmental budgets.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a people leadership or supervisory role.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (such as SAP) and collaborative digital tools (Google Suite)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master s degree (MS) or MBA.
• Experience within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, particularly food processing.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to prioritize and facilitate progress in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven decision-making skills and a strong background in contractor negotiation.
• Knowledge of Maintenance systems such as AM/PM, TPM, or Predictive Maintenance.