Avon Project Engineer

Job description

The Project Engineer provides technical expertise, leads cross-functional project activities, manages project budgets and schedules, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company objectives. Project Management & Execution Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation and project closeout. Develop project scope, technical specifications, timelines, budgets, savings estimates, and implementation plans.

Manage project schedules, expenditures, asset controls, and overall project performance to ensure objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Prepare project reports, capital appropriation requests, and financial justifications for capital and expense projects. Support long-range capital planning, including development and management of annual and five-year capital budgets. Analyze and justify capital investments and replacement of inefficient or obsolete assets.

Manage contractors, vendors, and external resources associated with assigned projects. Coordinate cross-functional project teams and effectively communicate project status and technical information to all levels of the organization. Participate on committees, project review teams, and company initiatives to support business goals. Follow all Kraft Heinz safety policies and procedures and ensure contractor compliance. Ensure projects are executed in accordance with safety, quality, food safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements as well as Kraft Heinz engineering standards.

Participate in risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities. Support initiatives that improve product quality and manufacturing reliability. Identify and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and cost savings. Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities. Work performed in both office and manufacturing environments. Provide engineering support to manufacturing operations to minimize production and maintenance issues.

Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, process improvements, packaging methods, asset reliability, and quality improvement initiatives. Evaluate new technologies, equipment, and manufacturing processes for potential implementation. Coordinate technical problem-solving efforts involving operations, maintenance, quality, vendors, and contractors. Ability to walk throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.

Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and access elevated work areas. Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments. Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment. Ability to communicate effectively in office, manufacturing, and training environments. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred. 0-3 years of engineering or project engineering experience.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to support project execution. Project Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience managing capital projects. Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and packaging systems. Food manufacturing experience. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies. Experience working with contractors and outside vendors. Experience with capital planning and budgeting processes.

Benefits

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families. You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: Physical

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments Social
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training Emotional
• Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability