Process Engineering Director jobs in Kansas

Responsibilities:

• Spearheads the advancement of Process technology to facilitate the introduction of new products, enhance process efficiency, and drive cost reduction initiatives.

• Explores manufacturing alternatives, assessing internal and external facilities, and devises the process design approach and operational parameters to achieve desired product attributes, cost targets, and manufacturing performance indicators.

• Formulates and delivers a strategic roadmap for new food process equipment technology, collaborating with technical leaders.

• Sets the standard for creating comprehensive technical documentation, encompassing line visualization, process flow diagrams, specifications, gap analyses, design principles, and manufacturing process control plans.

• Advocates and fosters a collaborative cross-functional approach, ensuring seamless coordination among R&D and Manufacturing teams.

• Provides technical expertise and project leadership, ensuring projects adhere to timelines and budgetary constraints.

• Offers guidance and leadership to staff in developing new technologies or enhancing existing ones, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Leads the strategic vendor program, cultivating partnerships and driving joint development initiatives with global vendors.

• Applies advanced statistical methods, experimental designs, and six sigma principles in problem-solving endeavors.

• Oversees the training and development of direct reports, including Process Engineers at various levels.

• Develops, communicates, and manages departmental budgets, goals, and policies, aligning them with business unit strategies.

• May involve up to 30% travel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• Possesses 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in leadership roles.

• Proficient in Process Development Engineering, product development processes, stage gate methodologies, and project management.

• Demonstrates technical expertise across various process platforms, including bakery lines and other food manufacturing techniques.

• Skilled in coaching teams to apply advanced statistical techniques, experimental designs, and six sigma methodologies for problem-solving.

• Capable of developing comprehensive process specifications and flow diagrams with robust technical data.

• Experienced in budget development and management.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Minitab, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.