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This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving plant problems, managing projects, working directly with the operations teams, and delivering practical improvements in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Winland is investing in modern, reliable manufacturing systems to support growth, food safety, operational excellence, and cost competitiveness across its manufacturing network.The Senior Capital Project Engineer will lead and execute capital improvement projects across multiple food manufacturing facilities. This role is responsible for managing projects from concept through startup, ensuring safe execution, on-time delivery, budget control, and long-term operational success. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving plant problems, managing projects, working directly with the operations teams, and delivering practical improvements in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.Employee Type:Full timeLocation:US Works from HomeJob Type:EngineeringJob Posting Title:Senior Capital Project EngineerJob Description:Schedule: Monday-Friday with flexibility as neededWork Location: Hybrid remote role with 50%-60% travel timeBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $74k to $124k Annually with additional bonus potentialRoles & Responsibilities:Capital Project Execution & Management<ul><li>Lead capital projects ($250K - $5M) ranging from equipment upgrades to line expansions, utility improvements, packaging enhancements, and infrastructure improvements.</li><li>Manage projects from concept development, scope definition, estimating, and approval through installation, startup, and closeout.</li><li>Coordinate internal resources, contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.</li><li>Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.</li><li>Track project budgets, invoices, timelines, and spend</li><li>Prepare capital requests (CEAs) along with ROI justifications</li><li>Deliver projects within approved budgets</li></ul>Manufacturing & Plant Support<ul><li>Work with operations, maintenance, QA, sanitation, and safety teams to identify improvement opportunities</li><li>Troubleshoot equipment/process bottlenecks</li><li>Support reliability and maintenance initiatives</li><li>Improve line efficiency and uptime</li><li>Ensure projects comply with food safety, sanitary design, GMP, OSHA, environmental, and company standards</li></ul>Technical & Continuous ImprovementExecution<ul><li>Coordinate and participate in equipment FAT/SAT, installation, startup, and commissioning</li><li>Ensure projects meet food safety, sanitary design, OSHA, and plant standards</li><li>Support automation upgrades and controls integration with internal/external resources</li><li>Develop startup plans, punch lists, operator training plans, and turnover documentation</li><li>Apply Lean / Six Sigma / root cause problem solving methods</li><li>Improve labor efficiency, waste reduction, OEE, and throughput</li></ul>What Success Looks Like<ul><li>Projects completed safely, on time, and within budget</li><li>Successful startups with minimal downtime</li><li>Measurable improvements in capacity, efficiency, quality, or reliability</li><li>Strong working relationships with plant teams</li><li>Sustainable solutions that improve operations long term</li></ul>Qualifications & Experience:Required Experience<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline</li><li>3+ years of engineering, manufacturing, or project management experience</li><li>Experience managing capital projects in manufacturing environments</li><li>Strong project management, organization, and communication skills</li><li>Capital project planning and execution</li><li>Budgeting and cost control</li></ul>Preferred Experience<ul><li>Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, pharmaceutical, or packaging manufacturing</li><li>Knowledge of sanitary design principles</li><li>Experience with packaging systems, process equipment, conveyors, utilities, or material handling systems</li><li>Familiarity with automation, PLC controls, or industrial networking</li><li>Contractor and vendor management</li><li>Equipment installation and startup</li><li>Process improvement and troubleshooting</li><li>AutoCAD / layout review</li><li>Microsoft Project / Excel / SAP familiarity</li></ul>Leadership Style - Model Winland Values<ul><li>Calm and organized under changing priorities</li><li>Collaborative with plant and corporate teams</li><li>Act with integrity and courage when making decisions</li><li>Listen to operators and engineers closest to the work</li><li>Hold yourself and others accountable to commitments</li><li>Practical, hands-on problem solver with a strong sense of project ownership</li><li>Strengthen collaboration between functional groups - Operations, IT, R&D, Safety, Logistics, Planning</li></ul>Why Join Winland Foods<ul><li>High-impact leadership role with direct influence on enterprise transformation.</li><li>Opportunity to shape engineering strategy and build a best-in-class technical organization.</li><li>A culture committed to career development, collaboration, and innovation.</li><li>Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.</li></ul>Play a critical role in shaping the future of Winland Foods-where your ideas, expertise, and leadership will help drive breakthrough performance.EEO Statement:Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.About UsAt Winland Foods, we're passionate about creating exceptional food experiences that bring people together. We are a dynamic and growing company specializing in meal preparation products-from pasta and sauces to plant-based proteins and more. Our portfolio includes beloved consumer brands and custom private-label solutions for retail and foodservice channels.Why Work With Us?We believe in being exceptional from the land to the table . That means:<ul><li>Commitment to Quality: We consistently exceed industry standards across our value chain.</li><li>Sustainability & Responsibility: We prioritize environmental stewardship and make a positive impact on the world around us.</li><li>People First: The safety, well-being, and growth of our employees are at the heart of everything we do.</li></ul>Our CultureWe're a team of food enthusiasts who value collaboration, innovation, and integrity. At Winland Foods, you'll find an environment where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.Explore OpportunitiesAt Winland Foods, you'll find opportunities across operations, supply chain, marketing, and product development-roles where your work truly makes an impact. By joining our team, you become part of a forward-thinking organization that values passion, collaboration, and shared success with our customers. Together, we're shaping the future of food.To All Recruitment AgenciesWinland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

Winland Foods

Senior Capital Project Engineer

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

AutoCAD

Automation

Billing

Biotech and Pharmaceutical

Budget Management

Budgeting

Capital Project

Career Development

Commissioning

Communication Skills

Compensation and Benefits

Consumer Branding

Consumer Packaged Goods

Cook Dishes

Cost Control

Documentation Plan

Electricity

Employee Retention

Establish Priorities

Fast Food

Food Production

Food Safety

Food and Beverage Industry

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Hospital

Identify Issues

Insurance

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Legal

Logistics

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Management

Manufacturing Systems

Marketing

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Microsoft Project

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Operational Improvement

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Process Improvement

Product Development

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Project Engineering

Project Execution

Project Planning

Project Tracking

Project/Program Management

Quality Assurance

Recruiting/Staffing Agency

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Retail Channel

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Sanitation

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Startup

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This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C. Compensation & Benefits:Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. 7+ years of experience independently handling payroll tax notices, amendments, and multi-state registrations.

Job Description Senior Payroll Tax Specialist (50% Payroll Tax Ownership/ 50% Payroll Operations) What you'll do: Payroll Tax Ownership (50%) Primary Focus <ul><li>Serve as the subject-matter expert for all federal, state, and local payroll tax matters.</li><li>Independently manage all tax notices, amendments, agency correspondence, and escalations.</li><li>Own state and local tax registrations, including complex jurisdictions such as PA, OH, and KY LST.</li><li>Assess tax implications for address change, reciprocity, multi-state moves, and remote work scenarios.</li><li>Ensure accurate taxation of equity, ESPP, fringe benefits, imputed income, and other complex earnings.</li><li>Perform prior-quarter and prior-year tax adjustments in Workday and coordinate amendments with OSV.</li><li>Support quarterly and year-end audits, including W-2 accuracy, income reporting, and reconciliation.</li><li>Provide tax training to the payroll team and serve as a tax escalation point and backup to the Payroll Director.</li><li>Stay current on tax legislation and ensure Workday configuration remains compliant.</li></ul> Payroll Operations (50%) <ul><li>Process biweekly, multi-state exempt payroll ended in Workday and OSV with minimal errors.</li><li>Reconcile payroll results period-over-period and resolve discrepancies proactively.</li><li>Calculate prorated wages and deductions for hires, terminations, and job/status changes.</li><li>Ensureaccurate withholding of taxes and payroll deductions, strong understanding of reciprocity rules.</li><li>Demonstrate deep knowledge of Workday retros and associated processing requirements.</li><li>Perform Workday administrative tasks, including integration testing for Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence.</li><li>Maintain payroll records in compliance with SOX, federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve all payroll issues-including tax-related items-with limited supervision.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service through the ticketing system and partner with HR and Finance as needed.</li></ul> What you'll need: Mandatory Qualifications <ul><li>7+ years of progressive payroll administration experience, with Workday as the primary and most recent system.</li><li>7+ years of experience independently handling payroll tax notices, amendments, and multi-state registrations.</li><li>Strong experience with PA, OH, KY LST and other complex local tax jurisdictions.</li><li>A minimum of 3 years of experience supporting finance and accounting with month end closing and reconciliation.</li><li>Experience in ticketing systems (i.e., Fresh Service, Zendesk).</li><li>Ability to prioritize (and re-prioritize) in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience leading meetings and providing backup support to the Payroll Director.</li></ul> Desired Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact with all levels of the organization and provide strong customer service.</li><li>Excellent problem solving/judgment skills with a high level of attention to detail.</li><li>Superior written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Strong commitment to the development and knowledge sharing.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.</li><li>Ability to work Eastern Time Zone hours and occasional overtime during payroll cycles.</li><li>CPP/FPC Certification preferred</li></ul> WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <ul><li>This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C. </li></ul> Compensation & Benefits:Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. <ul><li>We anticipate the hourly range to be $22.63 - $39.50 per hour. The upper end of this range is not likely to be offered, as an individual's compensati</li></ul>

Stride, Inc.

Senior Tax Payroll Specialist

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Accounting Close

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ZenDesk

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The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts and Malt-O-Meal cereal and Peter Pan peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish, Kibbles 'n Bits and 9Lives dog and cat food. Location Description: The Lawrence, Kansas facility is 236,000 square feet and home to about 155 hard working team members who are proud to produce iconic pet food brands like Kibbles 'n Bits®.

Business Unit Overview:
Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts and Malt-O-Meal cereal and Peter Pan peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish, Kibbles 'n Bits and 9Lives dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit <a href="https://www.postconsumerbrands.com/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" style="color:#000000" target="_blank">www.postconsumerbrands.com </a>and follow us on <a href="http://linkedin.com/company/postconsumerbrands/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" style="color:#000000" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Post-Consumer-Brands/1919490918137560/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" style="color:#000000" target="_blank">Facebook </a>for the latest news.

Location Description:
The Lawrence, Kansas facility is 236,000 square feet and home to about 155 hard working team members who are proud to produce iconic pet food brands like Kibbles 'n Bits®. Lawrence is a college town and the home to both the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University with Kansas State University about 85 miles away. The city is known for a thriving music and art scene and is also the home of the University of Kansas athletic teams.

Responsibilities:
Senior Capital Engineering Project Manager Big company opportunity. Small company attitude. At Post Consumer Brands, you’ll have the chance to do big things - backed by strong resources - while still feeling your handprint on the work. This is delicious work with real impact: helping deliver safe, high-quality food by improving the facilities and systems that make it possible. Why You’ll Love This Role<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Own high-impact work. Lead an annual capital portfolio up to $20MM, shaping major investments from concept through start-up.</li><li>See your results on the floor. Your projects will directly influence safety, food safety, quality, environmental performance, and business growth.</li><li>Lead with influence. Partner across all levels—from plant teams to executives—and bring cross-functional groups to alignment through strong facilitation and “over communication.”</li><li>Big ambitions welcome. You’ll solve complex problems, build options, and move bold projects forward - without losing the people-first feel of a culture that values teamwork.</li></ul>About the RoleThe Senior Capital Engineering Project Manager provides engineering project management and technical services to support manufacturing facilities. You’ll develop and implement capital projects, lead teams and contractors, and help plan for the future—always with a focus on safety, food safety, quality, and the environment. Key Responsibilities<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Lead capital engineering projects from concept through design, construction, and start-up, managing scope, schedule, cost, and quality.</li><li>Manage multiple complex, multi-million-dollar projects, including budgets, resources, contractors, and external engineering partners.</li><li>Develop and evaluate project options, feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses to support sound business decisions.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams and executives to align on project goals, plans, and priorities - communicating early and often.</li><li>Ensure all projects meet safety, food safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, and GMP standards.</li><li>Identify and deliver capital projects that reduce cost, improve operations, and support long-term business strategy.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
What We’re Looking ForRequired<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering</li><li>10+ years of experience in a process environment including project management, process/facility design, and contractor management.</li><li>Proven leadership of large, complex, multi-million-dollar projects from concept through completion.</li><li>Strong knowledge across multiple engineering and construction disciplines, plus plant operations.</li><li>Ability to build and lead effective project teams (internal and external) to define scope and deliver results.</li><li>Strong analytical, scheduling, and planning skills; comfort making decisions with limited information.</li></ul>Preferred<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Processing/manufacturing experience.</li><li>Graduate studies in business, management, or engineering.</li><li>PMP certification and/or PE license.</li></ul>Location & Travel<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Location: Lakeville, MN (Hybrid)</li><li>Travel: Significant travel (30–50%) will be required to support project management activities across facilities.</li></ul>Ready to Make an Impact?If you’re energized by complex challenges, motivated by seeing real-world results, and ready to lead major capital projects that improve how we work and what we make, we’d love to meet you! Here is where you fit in. Apply today and discover just right.

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