Job Title: Director of EngineeringJob Description Direct projects and processes to improve manufacturing efficiencies across the entire operations. This includes developing new methods, improving existing ones, implementing new capital expenditure projects, and building out equipment. Lead capital expenditure and process improvement projects to meet strategic initiatives designed to contribute to the growth of the company. Responsibilities + Identify systems, equipment, processes, and technologies that will meet future cost and performance objectives focused on efficiencies, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. + Create and present capital expenditure strategies and recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team. + Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiencies, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. + Collaborate with all departments, including sales/marketing and product development, to execute plans based on market needs. + Set department goals, as well as individual KPIs, and drive the company culture to improve engagement and collaboration. + Partner with marketing and new product development teams to ensure successful launches. + Track ROIs and analyze performance against measurable goals. + Ensure budgets and technical commitments are met and executed effectively. + Evaluate training requirements and ensure equipment and facilities are in compliance and working at high efficiencies. + Provide leadership and direction to create a high-performing, innovative, and collaborative culture within the department and across operations. + Counsel, mentor, and coach teams to instill a continuous improvement mindset and innovative culture. + Develop one, three, and five-year capital plans for the business and develop annual engineering operating budgets. + Set department policies and procedures. + Responsible for facilities systems such as HVAC, vacuum, compressed air, fire protection/detection, and security monitoring, as well as all building-related services such as lawn care, security monitoring, fire protection, sprinklers, backflow preventers, and public utilities. + Direct facilities manager to ensure all maintenance records are maintained as required for audits and/or product recalls. + Negotiate and manage natural gas contracts and set electrical pricing schedules. + Evaluate position training requirements and ensure equipment and facilities are in compliance with GMP and FDA regulations. Essential Skills + Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; MBA preferred. + 7-10 years of industrial engineering and/or maintenance management with project engineering experience. + Experience in the food or beverage manufacturing environment strongly preferred. + Background with a CPG company preferred. + Demonstrated technical leadership skills and ability to manage numerous technical disciplines simultaneously. + Willingness to provide hands-on training to team members to build relationships and drive engagement. + Working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and EPA compliance regulations, as well as PLC control systems, MES applications, and plant operation and support systems. + Demonstrated experience in coaching and problem resolution. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills with precise attention to detail. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Engineering degree with ideally 7-10 years of engineering/management level experience. + Experience in the coffee industry, powder industry, or food and beverage industry preferred. + A go-getter with a passion for challenges and fixing problems. Work Environment This role involves hands-on work in a manufacturing plant with 26 manufacturing lines. The company has increased its volume and hired 80 new employees in the past two years. Engineering has been untouched but is now very busy with 12 new lines. The work environment is dynamic, with as many roasters as packaging lines. The Director of Engineering will report to the Senior Director of Manufacturing and work closely with the President & CEO. The company values a practical, hands-on approach rather than a corporate, directive style. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $126000.00 - $170000.00/yr. We have the company benefits package to share if we get candidates in the process. This will also be discussed in detail on the initial call with HR. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Suffolk,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.