PROJECT ENGINEER – ATLANTA PLANT (TUCKER, GA)

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

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS —

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, 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. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

This position reports to Manager of Plant Engineering-Atlanta Plant.

Relocation is eligible for this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in the development of new production processes and equipment.
Thoroughly understands and practices the most current Hormel Engineering principles of effective Project Management.
Directs the installation, start-up and debugging of highly sophisticated “state-of-the-art” production systems.
Develops, prepares, and recommends appropriation requests for capital and annual maintenance projects.
Recommends the use of outside contractors/suppliers and effectively coordinates their use to achieve project objectives.
Sets up preventive maintenance schedules for new equipment and machinery to ensure up time and extended life.
Utilizes principles of root cause analysis and reliability centered maintenance to solve complex problems.
Supports expanded utilization of the company's Enterprise Asset Management System and its use as a key management information tool.
Assists with Environmental Sustainability program implementation (including energy projects and environmental compliance activities).
Assists with Process Safety Management (PSM)/Risk Management (RM) programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

A strong pattern of initiative and highly developed leadership skills.
Proven problem-solving, decision-making, project management and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
Demonstrated 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.
Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical field.
Minimum three years’ experience in a Maintenance Engineer, Staff Engineer, Industrial Engineer or similar engineering role
Successful completion of leadership training course(s), such as Dale Carnegie or similar training.

Compensation/Benefits:

Compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses, 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.
The base pay range for this position $93,400 to $130,775 per year; however, actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills set, level of experience, and specific office location.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.