Job Description

MANAGER OF PLANT ENGINEERING – DOLD PLANT (WICHITA, KS)

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

Hormel Foods Corporation

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position supervises plant engineering and other technical staff assigned to the Dold facility.

• Manages the installation and care of plant physical assets (building and equipment) so that the lifetime value of the Company's investment in these assets is optimized. 
• Manages the technical and professional development of all assigned staff.  Working in conjunction with Corporate Engineering, the Manager of Plant Engineering participates in the recruitment, selection, coaching, appraisal, and development of engineering and maintenance personnel.
• Utilizes the Company's Enterprise Asset Management System (Infor EAM) and supports its use as a key management information tool.
• Prepares budgets and implementation plans for maintenance, repair, capital, and reliability improvement expenditures (including the identification and management of necessary outside resources as appropriate).  The Manager of Plant Engineering is accountable for adherence to various expense and capital budgets as assigned.
• Works closely with all plant management and other plant personnel to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, statutes, codes, and regulations as well as internal Company policies.
• Directs the operation and maintenance of all plant utilities systems, leads plant energy management efforts, directs the PSM plan and supports Sustainability initiatives for the facility.
• Directs the efficient operation and utilization of the Plant MRO Storeroom.
• Provides engineering input and oversight of plant / facility protection programs including regular inspection of buildings, fire protection systems, and security equipment.
• Effectively manages and controls costs associated with the use of outside contractors.  Adheres to contractor compliance with security, food safety and people safety policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Minimum five years' experience in maintenance or engineering management roles to include Plant Engineering Manager, Maintenance Superintendent, or Maintenance Manager of 150,000+ sq. ft. facility or similar.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical field or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Successful completion of one week ammonia refrigeration training with RETA certification or similar certification.
• A strong pattern of initiative.
• Highly developed leadership and teamwork skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and balance many tasks simultaneously.
• Strong working knowledge of basic computer applications with the ability to master EAMS software.
• Previously obtained CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional) or ability to achieve certification in 18 months or less.
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Location: Wichita, KS 

A comprehensive relocation package to the Wichita, KS area will be offered, if required.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Manager of Plant Engineering role is between $120,000 - $168,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. 

BENEFITS: Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% of the time 

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.