Director of Engineering Operations - Food & Beverage Manufacturing

BlackStar

  • Morgantown, WV
  • $120,000-140,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
  • Apply easily
About the RoleAre you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence in manufacturing? Join our growing aseptic beverage production team as the Head of Operations Engineering. In this high-impact leadership role, youll oversee end-to-end engineering operations, driving process improvements, managing large-scale projects, and leading a dynamic team to support the safe and efficient production of high-quality beverages.Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the Engineering Department to develop, implement, and optimize systems, processes, and resources that support seamless manufacturing operations.
  • Drive continuous improvement through KPI monitoring, downtime reduction, and strategic process enhancements.
  • Manage and track capital projects, engineering budgets (CapEx, Training, Consulting), and facility expansions.
  • Oversee engineering design, equipment specifications, and drawing controls for new and existing systems.
  • Administer the CMMS system (Upkeep) for all maintenance and engineering activities, including breakdowns, repairs, and contractor operations.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Maintenance, EH&S, Production, Controls, Reliability) to align engineering and maintenance schedules.
  • Support EH&S compliance, including LOTO, startup/shutdown procedures, and safety program implementation.
  • Collaborate with leadership to plan strategic downtime for renovations and equipment upgrades.
  • Introduce new technologies and evaluate cost-effective solutions to improve operational performance.
  • Lead process mapping and resource planning for all engineering activities.
Uphold compliance with SQF, FDA, and Food Safety standards.QualificationsMust-Haves:
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering
10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment * 5-7 years of leading capital projects, managing budgets, and team leadership
  • Strong command of engineering principles, P&ID creation/interpretation, and project coordination
  • Expertise with Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, CMMS (e.g., Upkeep), ERP/CRM systems, and MES platforms
  • Proficiency in process mapping, loss elimination, and continuous improvement initiatives
Exceptional communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skillsReady to lead and transform operations in the beverage industry? Apply now and take the next step in your engineering leadership career!

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