Complex Engineer

Koch Foods

Morton, MS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Budgeting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cook Dishes, Engineering Management, Food and Beverage Industry, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Operational Support, Operations Management, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Schedule Development, Six Sigma Green Belt, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Morton, MS
POSTED
Today
Shift

1st Shift

Description

The Complex Engineer will be responsible for managing engineering activities at six (6) complex locations (2-Hatcheries, 1-Feed Mill, 1-Processing Plant, 1-Debone Plant and 1-Prepared Foods/DC Plant). The engineering activities include supporting operations management to promote continuous improvements within the complex.

  • Design and develop improvement opportunities working with management teams and outside resources to explore opportunities for process improvements.
  • Function as the project manager for assigned projects managing scope, schedule and budget.
  • Communicate effectively to all levels of management.
  • All other relevant duties to the job.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred with 10+ years of experience in industry related roles.
  • 5+ years of work experience (prefer Food Industry related with Poultry emphasis).
  • Must have experience with managing projects with multiple internal and external professional teams.
  • Ability to recognize continuous improvement projects and develop found opportunities into projects (Six Sigma Green Belt preferred).
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Comfortable with speaking to large groups of people and leading project teams.
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Outlook, Power Point, Word, Excel and Access).
  • Excellent CAD skills (AutoCAD, Revit and 3D).
  • Travel will be required along with w orking weekends and overnight as needed.


Physical Requirements

  • Typical office environment within a manufacturing plant utilizing computers, telephones and other office equipment.
  • Frequently sit for long periods.
  • Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
  • May be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production lines.
  • May be exposed to damp, wet, and cold environments.
  • Work around live chickens and/or raw to partially cooked meat protein odors.
  • May be exposed to building structures up to 200 feet tall.


Benefits Information

Benefits Eligibility Varies
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Savings Plan
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available
  • Company Sponsored Purchasing Program


Perks & Bonuses:
  • On-the-Job Training Provided
  • Weekly Pay Check
  • Promotional Career Opportunities
  • All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided
  • Company Cook-Outs, Safety Rewards, Giveaways, etc.
  • Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!

About the Company

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Koch Foods