Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer

Edison, NJ

Perm Position

6am - 2pm but are subject to change.

Salary $100K - 125K

Directs activities of engineering personnel, ensures that plant facilities and equipment are properly maintained. Ensures uninterrupted production schedules according to standards. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on the job activities that they may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality, and quality.

PRINCIPAL ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Promotes Company EEO policies, and other NEF and local work policies

Contributes to and protects company profits.

Recruits and, in coordination with Human Resources Department hires qualified maintenance personnel.

Supervises, trains, and directs maintenance supervisors and personnel.

Establishes training programs for employees.

Ensures that engineering personnel are properly trained in preventive maintenance procedures and operation of equipment.

Prepares and initiates preventative maintenance program.

Inspects plant daily

Communicates with department heads on problem areas.

Purchases non-standard maintenance supplies and equipment and supervises purchase of standard maintenance supplies within budgetary limitations.

Conducts plant inspections with all regulatory and / or insurance agency representatives.

Establishes and maintains good employee relations.

Promotes established safety programs and monitors employee compliance. Ensures staff is fully trained in and operates within the parameters of the facility s Security Program with regards to site and product security.

Directs, supervises, and engages in installation and replacement of equipment

Assists Manufacturing manager in planning equipment layout.

Reads, understands, interprets, and implements schematics and mechanical drawings.

Assists in evaluating and preparing operating budgets.

Advises management of potential damage or abuse to equipment or facilities.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS - Education and / or on-the-job experience needed

High School degree or equivalent required.

Associate degree in Electronics / Electrical Technology and / or equivalent formal training or work experience.

AIB Engineering certificate.

Three to five years experience in plant maintenance and engineering in a maintenance supervisory role.

Demonstrated knowledge in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning; Refrigeration, Welding, Electronics / Electrical Equipment repair, Industrial Equipment installation, start-up repair, etc.

License as required by State, Industry, City, County (boiler, refrigeration, etc.) May be required to possess / maintain a valid license to operate applicable heavy equipment, including forklift.

Industry-specific knowledge, skills & abilities needed

Demonstrated knowledge in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning; Refrigeration, Welding, Electronics / Electrical Equipment repair, Industrial Equipment installation, start-up repair, etc.

Ability to distinguish color coded equipment. Must be able to hear and identify audible alarm systems. Must be able to hear see and identify normal and abnormal equipment status, monitor equipment operation, see panels, lights controls, etc. Must have ability to work in 100 degree environment

Functional / Job-Related knowledge, skills & abilities needed

Problem Identification & Resolution - Self starter; Ability to learn how to trouble shoot malfunctioning equipment & processes to produce quality product

Quality Focus - Deliver quality service through continuous improvement; Adhere to company standards and operating procedures

Operational Efficiency - Must be quality and process driven every day

Initiative Ability to understand and learn the unique equipment in a bakery and its operation

Management experience needed

Work Planning, Organization & Execution Highly organized; Ability to plan, direct & administer work efforts in order to accomplish objectives

Fact Based Decision Analysis Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems when making decisions

Oral & Written Communication Ability to communicate both professionally and effectively with subordinates as well as all levels of management and cross-functional teams

Staff Development Ensure effective staffing and training of line crew

Interpersonal knowledge, skills & abilities needed

Team Dynamics-Empowerment, Collaboration, Motivation, and Enthusiasm- effectively leads, coaches trains and motivates people to follow established standards; Good attitude, dependable with integrity

Coaching Possesses good leadership abilities; creates a working environment that leads to consistent quality performance and attracts talented people; serves as a good listener and communicator

Technical Skills

Personal Computer Skills Ability to learn how to effectively use and operate computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word.

NEF-specific knowledge / experience needed

Understand or willingness to learn NEF product line, manufacturing strategy, product flow etc.

Other Essential Elements not listed above include :

Acknowledges that it is our mission through the production of high quality products manufactured as safe and legal with consistent standards and continual focus on quality improvements to be the market leader.