Project Engineer

Job Category : Project Management & Facilities Requisition Number : PROJE001596 Apply now Posted: July 17, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Project Engineer to join our rapidly growing company. Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food maker with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. Founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry across three major geographic regions. We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company. Here's the Scoop - Summary The Project Engineer is responsible for effectively planning and executing capital projects and implementing process improvements to support manufacturing goals and objectives including reducing costs, improving reliability, quality, and/or safety. The Project Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering and is based out of our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Acheson, AB. What a typical day looks like: Develops and implements capital and process improvement projects from $5K on up. Develops, manages, creates, and executes capital projects including: creating documents, issuing POs, creating scope, scheduling, contractor management, cost estimates, and documents. Involves and has open communication with stakeholders at all levels to gain alignment and support from a project’s inception through completion. Effectively manages engineering and construction contractors. Develops detailed “scopes of work” for planning and bid purposes. Develops and executes contractor and supplier contracts. Leads, facilitates, and coordinates cross-functional teams through the project process. Supports Continuous Improvement Initiatives across the facilities. Provides engineering and technical support to the operation to solve problems; assesses critical information and applies logic and structured problem-solving techniques to make effective decisions or recommendations. Ensures that throughout project stages, safety protocols are followed, as well as quality assurance and quality control standards are met. Develops and follows equipment standards so that any future equipment needs meet all Safety and Food Safety requirements. Identifies and initiates project and operational ideas to enhance plant systems and operations. Identifies opportunities and sources new technology and equipment to increase manufacturing productivity. Coordinates, and may conduct, training for plant personnel on new technology and equipment. What are we looking for? 5+ years in a technical field in manufacturing with a record of strong project management abilities. Ability to generate drawings using AutoCAD and proficient with computers to generate spreadsheets, reports, and general correspondence. Demonstrated competence with industrial control applications, such as Allen-Bradley PLC. Some international travel may be necessary. Working Conditions Work environment is in a pet food manufacturing center, with exposure to dust, noise, and fluctuating temperatures. Must be able to physically inspect company equipment, property, and assets. What can you expect from Champion? Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy, and respectful environment. Earnings: Competitive wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching. Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs. Continuing Education: In-house & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program. Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere. Other Perks: Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking, and more! What are you waiting for? Join the pack! Come as you are. We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us. Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here. #J-18808-Ljbffr