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General Summary: Responsible for maintaining a cost effective and safe facility. Directs the short and long term operations and objectives of the facility. Supervises branch management personnel. Coordinates efforts between plant management and executive management. Essential Job Functions: 1. Supervises daily plant activities through training employees, determining methods for employee work, scheduling, and conducting employee performance appraisals. | 2. Oversees maintenance of plant inventory, including product storage inspection, product and part purchase approval, and product transportation coordination. | 3. Monitors and maintains facility cleanliness, safety, and quality control. | 4. Reviews and reports financial, operations, and production data. | 5. Develops, plans, and executes the capital and expense budgets for the facility. | | |
An * indicates that these tasks do not meet the Americans With Disabilities Act definition of essential job functions and are usually less than 5% of time spent. However, these tasks still constitute important performance aspects of the job.
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Leads the development of people within the Quality Execution function. Assures plant compliance w/Quality, Sanitation and Food Safety. Conducts training for all plant personnel
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Same as JO 10004 (See)
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| Responsibilities: | *Coordinate and support maintenance personnel to achieve completion of workload*Coordinate and discuss plan with Plant Operations Manager to maximize performance*Develop a preventive maintenance schedule for process equipment , which is complete and effective*Purchase all parts and supplies*Work with the Plant Operations Manager and the General Manager*Manage the department to within a pre-approved budgeted budgeted cost and staffing guidelinePlan, organize and provide leadership for all processes and personnel related to the efficient and cost effective operation*Provide overall leadership and coordination of combined group efforts at the plant*Develop a self-directed workforce that is focused on compliance and continuous improvement*Insure compliance with company, federal and state regulations*Create and maintain a safe work environment*Ensure implementation of concern for the health and safety of all our employees*Ensure that all employees receive proper training for safe and efficient operation and completion of projects*Maintain an awareness of the total facility regarding corrosion protection and general operating conditions*Assist in developing and implementing yearly expense and capital budget*Assure that repairs are in compliance with all code and regulations*Maintain facility and personnel in optimum condition to assure minimal response time in the event of emergency conditions*Oversee maintenance and housekeeping to maintain physical condition and appearance of our facilities which reflects the standards of quality and service of our business*Assist the business unit in creating and communicating superior value for our customers*Performs duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment, and successfully completing all safety certification requirements*Successfully completes all safety certification requirements*Assemble and maintain the spare parts inventory*Work closely with production and lead staff in training to reduce or eliminate downtime*Support efforts to maximize production through creative problem solving, adaptation, and correction of process bottlenecks*Complete any and all tasks assigned by the Plant Operations Manager*Organizing, Stocking and managing the maintenance shop*Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program < |
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Company Information: Our client Company is leading merchandiser and trader of agricultural commodities as well as an ethanol processor and edible oil processor. Position Overview: The assistant facility manager will be responsible for assisting with all areas of plant performance/quality including production, inventory, quality control, maintenance and safety. S/he will direct team members to ensure efficient operational performance and provide leadership in communication working with the team of employees to deliver positive results in production performance, product quality, compliance to specification, operational flexibility and a promoting a continuous improvement environment. Responsibilities: - Assist in the successful execution of all activities in support of business objectives on time, within budget and quality.
| - Responsible for effectively supporting the management of production to achieve gross margin, quality and on time delivery goals.
| - Responsible for communicating policy changes from management to others in supervision and ensure supervisors’ understanding of management philosophies, safety, product handling, equipment capabilities and customer needs.
Collect and analyze equipment, personnel, and systems performance data as
appropriate.
| - Continuous process improvements to operations; minimizing cost and maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or quality
| - Assists facility manager in the day to day management of the plant and performs facility manager duties when he is absent
| | · Ensure compliance with the health and safety act while continuing to provide and ensure a safe and healthy working environment by maintaining a full understanding of the ever-changing legislation. · Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of equipment, safe work habits of the employees and administering the safety program within the guidelines established by the company and Facility Manager. · Drive a safety culture · Provide leadership to maintain compliance with all environmental, health and safety rules and regulations - Ensure all health and safety programs are implemented and adhered to production efficiencies for high quality production
· Supervise and provide leadership for production and maintenance personnel | Qualifications: - Engineering/Technical degree or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years related experience in oilseed processing or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 18 months of experience managing a processing plant
Benefits: · Competitive salary based on experience · Excellent benefit package · Relocation assistance
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Develope and maintain safety program. Investigate accidents, prevent accidents. Prepare reports to Govt. agencies Insure all permits are current.
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General Summary: Under the direction of the Soy Operations Manager and the Maintenance Superintendent, this position is responsible for analyzing, troubleshooting, and recommending solutions to plant instrumentation process problems, and ensuring the safe operation of the electrical and instrumentation departments. A secondary responsibility includes, but is not limited to, performing and/or supervising plant maintenance, as assigned. Essential Job Functions: 1. Troubleshoots and helps correct computer software and hardware, programmable logic controller, mechanical system, electrical control system, and instrument control system problems. 2. Schedule calibrations and inspections of electrical and instrumentation (E/I) equipment with written documentation. Perform all electrical maintenance in compliance with prescribed guidelines and procedures. | | | 3. Coordinates projects with outside contractors and management staff. Coordinates day to day operations with management staff to ensure minimal downtime. | | | 4. Establish and develop written training programs for the applicable maintenance and operation of all electrical and instrumentation equipment. Trains plant staff on instruments control system, electrical control system and software programs. 5. Installs and sets hardware and software configurations. | | | 6. Recommend projects and procedures for the reduction of maintenance and operating cost. | | | 7. Work with management in the development of plant projects and instrumentation and electrical upgrades. Assist in establishing project cost. Research and provide recommendations of E/I equipment or systems for specific projects. | | | 8. Maintain all electrical prints, including past, current and future changes. 9. Under the direction and supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent, using the Oracle Purchasing System, purchases hardware and software components and spare parts inventory to sustain plant production demands. 10. Performs other duties as assigned by management. * |
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Summary: The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that proper maintenance of the structures, equipment, and grounds of the crushing and refining and biodiesel areas as well as all related and supporting components is completed. This position will work with the Plant Manager, Plant Engineer, and other Operations Management as a team to coordinate and discuss plans to maximize plant performance. Additionally, the Maintenance Manager is in charge of supervising, coordinating, and supporting the plant maintenance employees and contractors to achieve safe, efficient completion of the workload. This position is also accountable for developing preventative and proactive maintenance schedules for crushing, refining and biodiesel equipment. Responsibilities: - Safety: Develop, promote and enforce safety in the workplace by actively demanding employees and contractors to work safely by setting and personally demonstrating safe work habits.
- Day-to-day supervision of maintenance employees, including determining workloads and schedules, implementing and interpreting policies and procedures, evaluation and training staff, approving and making hiring and termination recommendations. Responsible for performance management of all direct reports.
- Ensure that all plant policies are implemented and followed.
- Develop a preventative and proactive maintenance schedule for crushing and refining and biodiesel equipment which is complete and effective in maximizing equipment reliability through the utilization of the CMMS system.
- Create and present reports detailing maintenance activities, state of plant equipment, shut down planning, and cost control.
- Contact contractors and vendors directly when needed to assist in troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment. Managing the contractors to include planning, bidding, awarding work, issuing contracts, monitoring work progress, approving work, reviewing/approving payment.
- Confer with management, engineering, operations and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment. Execute plans and work assignments to completion.
- Monthly and annual shutdown planning.
- Utilize methods for improving equipment reliability, such as failure analysis, etc.
- Coordinate purchasing of all parts and supplies
- Facilitate communication between departments within the plant to maintain an effective teamwork environment.
- Maintain a high level of customer service and friendly atmosphere
- Perform administrative duties to include; budget management, personnel record keeping, contractor utilization, conducting written/verbal correspondence with others to ensure effective and complete communication occurs concerning various activities.
- Plan, develop and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs and down time, and effect greater utilization of labor materials.
- Provide troubleshooting direction for critical electrical and automation network issues plant wide.
- Determine feasibility of electrical upgrades and new instrumentation, control, and programming schemes.
- The Maintenance Manager will also perform other duties as assigned and recognize that priorities can and will likely shift quickly to adjust to the demands of other departments for the overall benefit of the organization.
Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering preferred.
- 5-7 years experience in prior management or team leadership experience in soybean crushing/refining facility
- Commitment to continuous learning and leadership in areas of maintenance practices
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal, written, listening, and feedback communications
- Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity, and change
- Demonstrated understanding of maintenance skills in the areas of; electrical, instrumentation, PLC’s, ladder logic, mechanical, welding, pipefitting, boilers, cooling towers, chillers, air compressors, pumps, valves, sanitation, lubrication, planning, predictive technologies, and warehouse management.
- Good analytical and business judgment including demonstrated problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
- Proficiency with basic computer skills, including use of email system, CMMS, Microsoft Office and other technical software packages, as needed.
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and PSM regulations.
- Willing to take after hours calls, work odd hours, and weekends as necessary
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If you are interested in an exciting new opportunity working in a "state of the art" soybean and canola oil processing facility and you have a degree in Engineering, I would like to talk with you.This is a great opportunity for someone that wants to jump start their career. If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please call me at 913-814-8177 or email me at lcopus@smithbrownjones.com.
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Company Information: Our client Company is one of the four largest soybean processors and one of the three largest vegetable oil refiners in the U.S. Position Overview: The Production Assistant is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operation of the soybean processing plant through providing management support in various departments. Responsibilities: - Provides management support through supervising daily plant personnel activities including training employees, determining methods for employee work, and scheduling.
| - Monitors and maintains processing supply inventory through completing orders of supplies and documenting amount on hand.
| - Writes daily reports’ including but not limited to dryer reports and cooling tower reports.
| - Supervises daily utility workers activities including training employees, determining methods for employee work and scheduling.
| - Enforces company policies and procedures.
| - Develops and manages projects as assigned.
| - Attends company meetings.
| - Performs other duties as assigned by management.
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Benefits: · Competitive salary based on experience · Excellent company incentive plans · Excellent benefit package · Relocation assistance
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Company Information: Our client Company is a dynamic, growing global leader in the animal feed ingredients industry located in the Midwest. Position Overview: | The Operations Manager will be responsible for production of animal feed ingredients at contract manufacturing locations primarily in the United States. Manufacturing/sourcing includes management of contract manufacturers, contract negotiation and administration, product quality control, raw material supplier qualification and procurement, packaging specification and purchasing, production planning, logistical distribution, and project management. | Responsibilities: - Manage assigned company toll operations to produce quality products and budgeted
volumes at or below costs. - Purchase raw materials and packaging materials needed for assigned company toll manufacturing operations.
- Define purchasing strategy and negotiate purchase contracts with raw material suppliers.
| - Schedule production in optimal fashion while coordinating the delivery of all
necessary raw materials and packaging materials.
| - Ensure toll manufacturers maintain product quality within company specifications
and meet or exceed service standards.
| - Ensure Company’s toll manufacturing operations are in compliance with governmental laws and regulations. Establish and maintain ISO-9002, ISO-14001, PDV/GMP, FAMIQS, and Safe Feed = Safe Food certifications where applicable.
| - Maintain toll operations in compliance with the Company Quality Management System. Develop and maintain complete documentations of Standard Operating Procedures for each toller and product.
| - Negotiate and manage agreements that are fair to the Company and our manufacturing partners while maintaining personal and corporate relationships that produce long-term effective operations during FY2011.
- Execute necessary transactions in the Company ERP system to effect production
planning, inventory management, and Quality Control of assigned products.
| Qualifications: - B.S. degree or higher in Engineering or a technical degree and equivalent experience ; Engineer skills, particularly Plant
- Operation technical skills People management skills Leadership skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Capital Project Management, Planning and Execution skills
- New product development, scale-up and/or commercialization
- Interpersonal and Communication skills
- Negotiating Skills (raw material contracts, operating agreement, logistics services contracts)
- Economic evaluation of capital projects, COGS estimates
- Cross-cultural experience and aptitude; Spanish language skills desirable, but not mandatory
- Business systems knowledge and aptitude (SAP or equivalent)
- Ability to multitask on multiple complex projects and processes
Benefits: - Competitive salary based on experience
- Excellent benefit package including bonus
- Relocation package
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Title: Security, Safety & Environmental Manager Department: Safety Reports to: VP, COO Approved by: Date: 6/22/07 | PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: | | This position is responsible for protecting the organization and employee property from fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry and other criminal activity. Provides a safe and secure environment for employees and all other visitors. Provide technical safety and health support plant-wide, develop health and safety programs and objective and coordinate safety training programs, monitor safety and health regulations to ensure compliance with Federal and State health and safety regulations. |
| SUPERVISION: Directs the activities of, and is accountable for, the results produced by employees in the following positions. | | Security Guard |
| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements describe the key responsibilities to be performed by the position. Key responsibilities are those the individual must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. | | · Controls access of all personnel into the facility through the administration of the Access Control System.· Sounds the alarm or calls the police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or other situations that endanger the well-being of employees or the facilities.· Sounds the alarm or calls the police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or other situations that endanger the well-being of employees or the facilities.· Warns would-be violators of Lifeline Foods policy and regulation infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and apprehends or expels persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.· Provides immediate support for emergences on Lifeline Foods property.· Provides general medical assistance including first aid and CPR to all personnel.· Is the primary point of contact with contract security guards.· Records incidents such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment, for the use of supervisory staff.· Patrols, periodically, the main corporate building and examines doors, windows, and docks to make sure they are secure.· Inspects offices, equipment and machinery to determine if tampering has occurred.· Watches for irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, safety problems and security doors left unlocked.· Performs motor vehicle checks on all personnel that drive company vehicles.· Assists VP, COO in planning and implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.· Plans and implements programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, and other materials.· Inspects facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.· Leads the investigation of accidents and injures.· Responsible for workers’ compensation program, including all reporting requirements, corresponding with insurance carrier and medical providers.· Conducts New Hire safety training.· Maintains MSDS Binders.· Represents the organization in the community or industry safety groups and programs.· Chairs the safety committee.· Assist the VP, COO in environmental regulatory reporting.· Companies philosophy is to maintain a flexible, cooperative and collaborating work environment; in that regard, this position will be expected to perform duties outside the key responsibilities. |
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Company Information: Our client Company is leading merchandiser and trader of agricultural commodities as well as an ethanol processor. Position Overview: This position has responsibility for providing Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) technical support, oversight, and assistance to regional SHE representatives, plants and facilities. Support the information needs of plant level, regional and corporate management. Responsibilities: - Assist in the development, implementation and review of Safety, Health and Environmental policies, programs and procedures.
| - Respond to Safety, Health and Environmental questions, issues, and problems from locations.
| - Provide Safety, Health and Environmental regulatory and technical support to locations.
| - Perform technical reviews and audits of Safety, Health and Environmental regulatory submissions, testing and monitoring activities, and written programs.
| - Investigate significant Safety, Health and Environmental incidents.
| - Coordinate the exchange of Safety, Health and Environmental information and best management practices between locations.
- Create Safety, Health and Environmental reports, studies, and documents for management as required.
- Develop and provide training to locations.
- Provide mentoring to Safety, Health and Environmental Specialists, Coordinators and Managers.
| Qualifications: - BA/BS degree in a relevant technical or science field required. Masters degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of combined industrial Safety, Health and Environmental regulatory management experience. Experience in Agri-business industry preferred.
- Knowledge of facility manufacturing regulatory requirements (e.g. OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc). .
- Must be able to work on and manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet aggressive deadlines.
Benefits: · Competitive salary based on experience · Relocation package negotiable · Excellent benefit package
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General Description | | The ideal candidate is experienced in Agricultural Oilseed Processing, with specific expertise in both the crushing and refining of both Soybeans and Canola Seed, and their liquid oils, respectively. Your processing aptitude, creative thinking & leadership skills will enable you to introduce process improvements and successfully lead a diverse team. The Process Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day activity and supervision of the production group, and demonstrate the following: - Proven experience and a track record for top results pertaining to safety culture and management
- Experienced management of quality systems and implementation of quality driven manufacturing practices
- Proven track record managing environmental stewardship and communicating with authorities having jurisdiction
- Familiar with the union of Production & Maintenance (predictive, preventative and repair)
- Maintain GMP, HACCP standards and procedures and operate to ISO principles
- Continuous improvements to operations; minimizing cost and maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or quality
- Yield Performance Management
- Manage the organizational culture of people and working environment
- Strive to constantly improve
- Coach and develop the Team Leaders and staff to get results through great leadership
| work experience requirements | | - 5 – 10 years experience, managing in an oilseed processing / production environment
- Be highly skilled at implementing processing / production practices
- Good technical experience with understanding of crush equipment, vegetable oil refining practices, production engineering and prevention.
- A proven ability to manage and develop people
- A strong background in developing, analyzing and achieving performance
- Be a great communicator
- Be computer literate
| education requirements | | - Bachelor’s in engineering (Chemical or similar)
- Bilingualism in English and French preferred but not required
- Stationary Engine Mechanics (MMF) Class 1, qualification is an asset but not a pre-requisite
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| The ideal candidate is experienced in Agricultural Oilseed Processing, with specific expertise in both the crushing and refining of both Soybeans and Canola Seed, and their liquid oils, respectively. Your aptitude, creative thinking & leadership skills will enable you to introduce lab improvements, coordinate quality specs and implement policy with commercial divisions and successfully lead a diverse team through certification audits and drive customer satisfaction. The QA Superintendant will be responsible for the day-to-day activity and supervision of the laboratory, as well as be an integral member of the management in establishing procedure and championing its implementation and ongoing consistency: - Proven experience and a track record for top results pertaining to safety culture and management
- Experienced management of quality systems and implementation of quality driven manufacturing practices
- Proven track record managing environmental stewardship and communicating with authorities having jurisdiction
- Maintain GMP, HACCP standards and procedures, Kosherization and operate to ISO principles, and function as Facility Sanitarian.
- Provide continuous quality support to operations and Commercial groups; minimizing cost and maximizing efficiency without sacrificing safety or quality
- Quality Driven Management with a proven track record for customer satisfaction and customer complaint resolution.
- Manage the organizational culture of people and working environment
- Strive to constantly improve
- Coach and develop the lab staff to get results through great leadership
| work experience requirements | - 5 – 10 years experience, managing Quality Programs and Controls in an oilseed processing / production environment
- Good technical experience with understanding of oilseed process, vegetable oil refining and the laboratory tests associated with its continuous production.
- A proven ability to manage and develop these systems without supervision.
- A strong background in developing, analyzing and achieving performance
- Be a great communicator
- Be computer literate
- Be proven to have the ability to perform AOCS Testing through to developing and implementing Quality Systems without supervision.
| education requirements | | - Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent experience.
- Bilingualism in English and French preferred, but not required
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