Engineering Jobs in Clermont Indiana

We are seeking a detail‐oriented, analytical Estimator to join our team. The Estimator plays a key role in preconstruction efforts—creating accurate estimates from plans, specifications, job walks, and scope discussions—and ensuring a smooth handoff to Project Management for successful execution. This position will be a full time position in our Indianapolis or Lafayette location.

At North Mechanical, you'll be part of a dynamic and growing company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. As an Estimator, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—contributing directly to the accuracy, efficiency, and success of our preconstruction efforts and helping drive the continued growth of our project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend Pre-Bid Meetings
• Compile Estimates & Budgets
• Track & Follow Up on Bids
• Assist with Estimating Software Management
• Work Closely with Project Coordinators
• Follow North Mechanical Process Map
• Attend Meetings for Improvement & Discussion
• Develop Relationships with Business Partners including Owners, Architects, Engineers, Subcontractors, & Vendors

The ideal candidate will hold an associate's degree in Applied Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and have proven experience in estimating or similar roles within the mechanical construction industry. They should be proficient with Microsoft Office, estimating software such as Autobid or comparable tools, Procore, and Bluebeam. Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills are essential, along with excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and planning abilities. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, and the capacity to remain composed in high‐pressure situations.

Position: Sr Project Manager - (PMP Preferred)

Location: hybrid 2-3 days onsite in Indianapolis, IN (Local candidates are given preference)

Duration: 12-24 months / long term contract

I am looking for an Operational Readiness - Sr Project Manager to join the Sterling Engineering team, supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing programs within a GMP-regulated environment.

This role will lead two major projects, each consisting of up to 13 cross-functional workstreams, requiring strong coordination across facilities, utilities, manufacturing equipment, validation, safety, and production operations.

Must have Pharmaceutical, Medical Device industry or FDA - Project Management experience - at least 10 years in the U.S.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of Project Management experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments, with demonstrated success managing large-scale, multi-workstream programs.

Projects include

• Facility modifications
• utilities systems (WFI, clean steam, HVAC)
• tank farms
• CIP/SIP systems
• manufacturing equipment installation
• validation activities tied to large capital expansion initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Certification (PMP or CAPM)
• 10+ years of U.S. Project Management experience in pharma
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
• Oracle Primavera P6 utilization for project Scheduling
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other scientific discipline.

Why join the Sterling Team?

About us...Sterling Engineering, in business for 56 years ...we offer FULL BENEFITS! As a Sterling Engineering W2 employee on contract, you receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical plans to choose from, Dental & Vision plans, 401(k) with a match, and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Scope:

The Project Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the effective and efficient execution of strategic projects, driving delivery on time, within budget, and on strategy. This individual is responsible for establishing and championing best-in-class project management methodologies, standards, and tools across the organization. The Project Manager provides end-to-end leadership for a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including product development and commercialization, marketing initiatives, major operational transitions, supply chain optimizations, and other strategic projects requiring seamless cross-functional collaboration. This role involves close partnership with both internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives and communicate project status and performance to leadership across the supply chain.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead Complex Projects: Drive the planning, execution, and closure of critical supply chain and operational initiatives, such as major product transitions, system implementations, supply chain network optimization, key cost-saving programs, and supplier transitions.
• Full Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee project health against established timelines, identify and proactively mitigate risks, and provide leadership to measure variance in scope, schedule, cost, and quality for each project.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with functional heads (e.g., Operations, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Marketing) to translate strategic requirements into actionable, measurable projects and ensure adequate resourcing for short-term and long-term goals.
• System and Process Implementation: Own the cross-functional implementation of new systems and processes to enhance speed, foster growth, and improve productivity. Collaborate across the company to identify, implement, and leverage project management best practices and tools.
• Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identify and assess project risks, employing defined processes and tools for swift resolution or escalation. Develop and prioritize risk management strategies based on a deep understanding of key processes and systems to optimize delivery and minimize exposure.

• Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Process Enhancement: Evaluate project improvement opportunities and effectively implement enhancements to advance projects and overall project management maturity.
• Documentation & Best Practices: See special projects through to completion, thoroughly documenting results, lessons learned, and best practices for future reference and organizational knowledge.
• Manufacturing & Packaging Optimization:
• Continuously improve the packaging specifications system in collaboration with Operations, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Marketing teams.
• Ensure manufacturing specifications are current and accurate through regular inspection.
• Identify and implement improvements in palletization optimization and material design to drive cost efficiencies.
• Collaborate with packaging materials vendors on key service points, ensuring compliance with specifications and fostering continuous improvement.
• Analyze technical data and drawings to determine appropriate packaging material attributes that meet customer specifications and production capabilities.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve packaging technologies and resolve consumer application-related challenges.
• Support end-of-life (EOL) activities with Purchasing, Operations, and Commercialization for discontinued packaging.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

• Influence & Communication: Effectively influence stakeholders at all levels to facilitate decision-making and ensure project alignment.
• Commercialization Handoff: Manage successful handoffs from plant trials of new products, working closely with Manufacturing, QA, and Engineering to ensure efficient commercialization.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Three to five years of experience in project management.
• Preferred:
• Experience in the Food Processing industry, particularly with consumer-packaged goods.
• Background in either product development or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials (e.g., corrugated, paperboard, rigid plastics, flexible pouches) and characteristics for packaging structural design.
• Working knowledge of packaging-related manufacturing processes, including but not limited to printing, die-cutting, thermoforming, injection molding, and extrusion blow molding.
• Experience with TOPS/CAPE pallet building software.

Key Competencies:

• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of project management concepts (e.g., cost and time management, scope management, quality control) to effectively execute assigned tasks and lead project teams.
• Leadership & Management: Proven track record of strong people leadership, management, and development.
• Strategic Thinking: Broad functional experience in innovation and/or supply chain management, with a demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives. Approaches problems from multiple angles, identifies new areas of risk, and leverages emerging trends to anticipate and mitigate issues.
• Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and the ability to oversee project budgets effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to physically perform functions such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 40 pounds), grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work seated using a computer and phone for extended periods.
• Ability to work extended hours, including daily overtime and occasional weekends, as needed.
• Possess visual acuity to accurately document company records.
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center facilities may be required.

A construction manager and general contractor providing leadership for complex commercial building projects. As an employee‐owned company founded in 1932, they are committed to building better lives for its customers, communities, and employees through quality construction and strong client relationships. The Project Manager is a jobsite-based position and will be responsible for leading commercial construction projects or defined project phases, with a high level of ownership over safety, schedule, cost, quality, and team performance. This role is ideal for a process‐driven PM with strong commercial experience who has leadership capability and is still moldable and eager to grow within their systems and culture. You will lead teams on active construction projects, often owning a specific stage or portion of a larger project, while working closely with owners, designers, subcontractors, and internal partners.

- 4–7 years of commercial construction experience in a Project Manager

- Commercial construction experience is required

- Bachelor's degree (in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred) - Demonstrated leadership experience on construction projects (leading teams, scopes, or phases)

- Typical hours range from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm (Roughly 50 hrs./week)

- Strong sense of ownership and accountability for work product and project results

A leading industrial construction organization—supporting major global clients across aerospace, chemicals, power, semiconductors, and more—is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-visibility, complex mechanical construction projects. These projects typically range from $5M–$30M+, are fast-paced, and mission-critical to high-growth industries.

You'll oversee full lifecycle delivery, from planning and execution to budget ownership and client management. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in technically challenging environments and is passionate about delivering safe, high-quality, on-time projects.

If you excel at leading multi-disciplinary teams and executing complex industrial builds, this role offers a significant opportunity for impact and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead all phases of mechanical/industrial construction projects from kickoff to closeout.
• Build and manage project schedules, milestones, and resource plans.
• Work directly with field supervision to drive execution—this is a self-perform environment.
• Identify risks early and implement effective corrective actions.
• Enforce safety standards and compliance across the project lifecycle.

Financial & Commercial Ownership

• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and profitability targets.
• Track labor, materials, and equipment costs; drive proactive cost control.
• Manage contracts, commercial terms, and labor agreements.
• Prepare and present project performance reports for internal leadership and clients.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project.
• Communicate schedule impacts, deliverables, and changes clearly and proactively.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain alignment.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams—including project controls, estimating, purchasing, safety, quality, and engineering/virtual design.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support career development for junior and mid-level team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years managing industrial construction projects and project teams.
• Proven experience delivering large, complex mechanical or industrial builds.
• Skilled in project management tools (Primavera, Procore, MS Project, etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated success managing diverse, cross-functional teams.

Why This Role?

You'll join a company known for executing some of the most complex and critical industrial construction projects in the industry. The culture is fast-paced, innovative, and deeply team-oriented—with exceptional support for learning and growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + annual bonuses + profit sharing
• Day 1 medical coverage
• 100% 401(k) vesting with company match
• Comprehensive benefits package and long-term career pathways

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity.

Scope:

The Engineering Training Intern will learn about the functions of different areas of the plant, engineering processes, and the structures we have in place to ensure we remain compliant. The engineering training intern will contribute to major team milestones for 2024 and have the chance to present project updates and proposed actions to the leadership team. The Engineering Training Intern will be involved in work and/or research centered on key roles supported by Heartland FPG including Sales, Engineering, Quality, Production and Research. Interns could also have the opportunity to participate in communication and research initiatives, as well as gain hands-on experience in the production side of the business.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Create training resources by collaborating with subject matter experts and conducting research.
• Improve data reporting structures by developing a training metrics dashboard.
• Assist in coordinating the activities of the employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as packers, machine operators, blenders, and engineers.
• Plan and establish work schedules and assignments to meet production and skills transfer goals.
• Suggest alternative training methods to maximize retention.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Desire to teach and improve skill competencies, and apply technical knowledge in a creative role
• Strong teamwork skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds

Job Opportunity: HVAC Project Manager with ElitAire in Indianapolis, Indiana

Do you pride yourself on your ability to manage and inspire people? Do you thrive on continuous improvement and optimizing efficiency? Are you seeking a highly collaborative environment? If so, we want you to join our team!

As a HVAC Project Manager at ElitAire, you will provide application support for internal and external customers using equipment selection and application knowledge.

Other responsibilities include:

• Provide day-to-day project management for orders which have been executed.
• Responsible for coordinating with service organizations and their technicians on start-up, warranty, and troubleshooting related items.
• Provide technical assistance and develop proposal and pricing estimates.
• Understand HVAC airside and waterside systems to assist customers with equipment selection and application.
• Understand multiple technologies associated with equipment from various manufacturing partners.
• Provide equipment selections using manufacturer specific software or working with key individuals within manufacturer's organization.
• Provide technical assistance to Account Managers and External Customers to ensure proper equipment selection and appropriate application to achieve the desired objective.
• Develop scope and/or proposal for equipment selected including any required costs such as options, accessories, delivery, and other costs that may be associated with the project.
• Document criteria are used to select equipment and maintain information in project files.
• Assist Account Managers with customer specific marketing strategies.
• Communicate with new and existing customers to develop or maintain relationships.
• Site visits will be required (travel is estimated to be between 10%-25%).

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to solve problems and make decisions without close supervision. They must be self-motivated, accurate, efficient, and capable of responding to customer needs. Additionally, this candidate will have:

• Bachelor of Engineering or Construction Management, preferred. (Equivalent experience or associate degree will also be considered.)
• Great written and oral communication skills.
• Fluent with computer applications and operating systems including Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting software, such as AutoCAD, Revit or SolidWorks is a plus.

Join ElitAire, where our commitment to both customers and our team define our success. We prioritize people and deliver top-notch sales, service, and controls to the commercial and industrial HVAC market across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Since 2008, we've grown from 7 employees to a thriving team of approximately 95, and we're on a robust trajectory of expansion.

To learn more about ElitAire, visit our website and our LinkedIn page:

:// is an exciting opportunity to do something extraordinary! Join a growing team that delivers engineered solutions for sustainable design and energy-efficient HVAC systems. Come join us by applying online at or email !

Employer is EEO/M/F/D/V. Please no third-party candidates or phone calls.

Job description

If you are in the business of saving lives and want to work at a company that values its employees above all else, then there is a place waiting for you at SevenGen. We have a deep appreciation for our communities and our environment. We provide exceptional service, and our pursuit of excellence is tireless. Through these core values we are rapidly growing our team of talented professionals.

At SevenGen, we believe safety consulting is more than just compliance — it's about protecting people, improving workplaces, and serving with integrity. We're seeking a Safety Consultant who brings sharp technical skills, strong communication, and a deep sense of purpose to every project. Someone who can hit the ground running in programs like LOTO and confined spaces, is grounded in regulatory knowledge and can complete safety compliance audits, speaks clearly in the spirit of improvement, and show up as a trusted partner.

Our ideal candidates don't just meet expectations — they anticipate client and team needs, add thoughtful touches, and work to make every engagement better than the last.

If you thrive on variety, appreciate honest communication, and see growth as a daily practice, let's talk.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct LOTO inspections, write or update procedures, and ensure proper control of hazardous energy.
• Evaluate machine safety and guide clients through practical improvements aligned with compliance and best practice.
• Lead and support safety compliance audits (OSHA, ISO 45001, etc.), developing clear action plans.
• Write safety programs, JSAs, and training materials that are both technically accurate and easy to engage with.
• Communicate with clients in a way that builds trust — timely, candid, and grounded in partnership.
• Travel regionally and nationally (approx. 50%) to support a variety of projects across various industries.

What You'll Bring:

• 2–7 years of hands-on safety experience in manufacturing or consulting.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards, especially related to LOTO, machine safety, and fall protection.
• Experience developing and delivering written reports, programs, and training materials.
• Confidence and ease in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders — from frontline workers to executive teams.
• A continuous learning mindset — you're curious, proactive, and always improving.
• BS in safety, environmental science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• ISO 45001 auditing experience or certifications like CMSE are a plus.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Are curious — you're not afraid to ask questions, seek feedback, or try a new approach.
• Know that exceptional service means being responsive, thoughtful, and one step ahead.
• Genuinely care about the people you serve and the teammates you work with.
• Value clarity — in communication, in documentation, and in the way you show up.
• Want to grow not just as a professional, but as a person — and help others do the same.

Why SevenGen:

• Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Annual personal development budget
• Career pathways with support to grow into technical or leadership roles
• A culture that values authenticity, work-life balance, and meaningful contribution

It's Not Just a Job to Us

At SevenGen, we advocate for people and the environment. We don't just do the work — we live the mission. Every audit, every training, every conversation is a chance to make work safer and lives better. If that's a mission you believe in, you'll find your people here.

Apply now or reach out directly — we'd love to connect.

This position exists to maintain, repair, transport and support a mixed fleet of vintage, classic and historic motor vehicles in Indianapolis. This is a National Search. Will consider assisting candidate with relocation to Indianapolis. The position reports directly to the Collection Owner and is responsible for a staff of mechanics. Close collaboration is required with the Collection Curator who also reports to the Collection Owner. Successful execution is dependent upon high quality workmanship, acute attention to detail, competition preparation and track side support that result in high levels of reliability and performance, great emphasis on returning to or maintaining vehicles in original period configuration and a synergistic, empathetic relationship with the Owner. Overnight travel is expected 3-5 weekends annually.

Major Responsibilities:

• Hire, manage and retain a staff of mechanics and fabricators.
• Maintain, repair and prepare historic road-racing cars for use at 3-5 events annually.
• Repair and maintain a collection of historic motorcycles.
• Maintain and repair multiple antique, brass, classic, and post-war automobiles for immediate and occasional use.
• Maintain workshop in a professional, efficient, effective manner.
• Transport vehicles and parts as necessary; e.g. to competition events, pick up newly acquired vehicles, pickup/deliver vehicles and parts for repair work, etc. Manage all aspects of tow vehicles and trailers.
• Occasional assistance of grounds and facility maintenance crews when required.
• Work with Collection Owner to prioritize work and fine tune individual vehicles so that they look and perform optimally.

Skills and Experience required

• 2-year technical degree in automotive mechanics or comparable training in basic electrical systems, engine, driveline, suspension, auto body, etc. Exceptional natural mechanical inclination and ability honed by formal training and experience. Able to produce high quality work in reasonable timeframe. Versatile, resourceful, innovative, practical.
• 5 years experience as a chief mechanic or crew chief with a professional auto racing organization. Able to perform excellent car preparation, provide trackside support and extract maximum performance from historic racing cars. Can routinely solve performance and reliability problems.
• 10 years experience in vintage and historic auto restoration/repair. Must be a stickler for preserving, maintaining or returning vehicles to period configuration. Able to deliver high quality fit and finish that works reliably and well. Knowledgeable about period interiors, bodywork and paint, electrical and fuel systems, complete drivelines, etc.
• Fundamental fabrication skills and experience; i.e. welding of all types, metal forming and shaping, basic lathe/mill work, basic engineering, etc. Some carpentry, body repair and painting skills and experience a plus.
• Excellent diagnostic skills and experience. Able to assess a vehicle's operating condition quickly, identify current or potential problems and eliminate same. Perceptive, sympathetic with the iron, proactive.
• Knowledge and experience maintaining, operating and repairing racing engines, competition gearboxes and passenger car transmissions, drivelines; half shafts, CV joints, suspensions, steering and electrical systems.
• Extensive competition car chassis knowledge and experience. Able to set up and tune suspension components of all sorts, diagnose problems, rebuild, repair and maintain. Knowledgeable about shock absorbers, sway bars, caster, camber, bump steer, toe in/out, ride height, corner weights, etc.
• Experience driving truck/trailer rigs, vehicle loading/unloading, securing, transport. Hires drivers with appropriate licenses and driving record.
• Efficient, productive, acts with a sense of urgency, frugal without being cheap. Able to complete tasks in reasonable timeframes, self directed and motivated. Able to product high quality results in a reasonable time.
• Well connected in the collector vehicle trade, knowledgeable of suppliers, information resources, spare parts, rebuilders and other resources. Knows where to find parts and supplies, repairs, information and advice.
• Neat, tidy, well organized, clean, professional in attitude, work and appearance. Pays much attention to detail; delivers very high quality results that last.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.

Job Purpose

To develop and ensure effective implementation of the plant's quality and food safety management systems in accordance with product specifications, regulations, and the plant's chosen third-party food safety standards, either Safe Quality Food (SQF) or British Retail Consortium (BRC).

Key Responsibilities And Duties

Maintain a controlled Quality Management System (QMS) consisting of detailed policies and procedures supporting the corporate quality policy; federal, state, and local regulatory requirements; and food safety/defense guidelines to administer and document standardized practices in all aspects of plant operations.

• Coordinate an annual QMS review to ensure employee compliance to policies, that policies and procedures reflect current practices and requirements, and to identify issues and trends with any related systems and policies/procedures.
• Ensure effective implementation of all related policies, procedures, and systems.
• Maintain and review all applicable records.
• Lead a quality and food safety committee to assist in implementation, review, and training of the QMS.

Develop and implement food safety, food defense, and quality systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local government regulatory food safety requirements and Safe Quality Foods Institute (SQFI) or British Retail Consortium (BRC) standards.

• Serve as the Food Defense and HACCP Coordinator, and where applicable, as the primary SQF Practitioner.
• Train employees in food safety requirements and related policies.
• Lead the HACCP team and manage the written HACCP plan which effectively identifies, minimizes and/or eliminates potential food safety and food defense hazards.
• Maintain a material traceability system, including performing semi-annual Mock Recall exercises.
• Review and maintain documentation related to quality and food safety activities.
• Where applicable, maintain UNDOT hazardous material training and certification.

Perform and/or coordinate internal audits at scheduled and regular intervals:

• Audit quality system documentation and data daily for accuracy and completion.
• Audit the entire facility routinely to ensure compliance with food safety and food defense requirements; oversee corrective actions and resolution.
• Maintain accuracy, completion and compliance of the Master Cleaning Schedule, Line Clearance and Sanitation Standards, and Preventative Maintenance Program as regard to food safety.
• Audit pest control documentation and services performed; follow up on opportunities to reduce risk.
• Audit machine process records, and drive for improvement.
• Audit the facility for Essential Glass, Brittle Plastics and Ceramics breakage.
• Audit trailer cleaning/inspection, shipping, receiving, and storage/handling system records and practices for cleanliness, food safety compliance, and proper documentation.

Develop, implement, and maintain quality and process control systems, in compliance with corporate quality policies, to ensure product quality meets design specifications and customer expectations.

• Manage testing, inspection, and measurement control plans for product and inline inspection equipment; train production personnel in testing/measurement methodology.
• Ensure that plant-applicable product and packaging specifications and drawings are current and accurate in the corporate Specifications System.
• Review, evaluate and communicate Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Statistical Quality Control (SQC) data for consistency, accuracy and compliance to internal standards, customer specifications, and control plan requirements.
• Coordinate resolution of quality issues with plant personnel; communicate out of specification conditions to the production personnel and the management team.
• Implement nonconforming control to ensure that all plant personnel can identify product and materials for rejection, rework, etc., and to ensure that all customers receive product that meets the customers' standards; provide timely disposition for nonconforming materials.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to conduct effective problem solving to solve production and quality issues; train personnel in appropriate problem solving methodologies (SPC, Cause Mapping, 5-Whys, 8-D analysis, DMAIC, etc.).
• Enact the CQV protocol as required for new or revised equipment, molds, and processes; ensure capability and quality meets approval for production and shipment.

Maintain C.A.T. stations and NWA Quality Monitor/Analyst applications on local computers.

• Maintain measurement instrument accuracy and ensure the proper instruments are available for all product testing.
• Calibrate instruments as necessary and document all calibration and repairs.
• Perform Gage R&R Studies as needed.

Utilize the corporate Complaint System to track and resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.

• Document customer complaints in the corporate Complaint System; follow up with updates in a timely manner.
• Communicate customer complaint details and corrective actions to customers and plant personnel.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to investigate customer complaints; provide assistance with immediate corrective action and long term preventative action; utilize effective cause mapping to determine causes and solutions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of complaint corrective actions and identify trends of customer complaints and internal nonconformance.
• Proactively coordinate, participate in, and document Customer Based Improvement Team (CBIT) meetings to build rapport.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain and improve raw material and packaging quality.

Responsible for continuing/implementing the Ring Family Culture in the facility.

• Employees are the first priority, production is secondary.
• Welcome employees to the plant every day inquiring about their personal lives and showing that Ring cares about our employees.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings to explain the day's needs and concerns and emphasize the importance of safety, not only for the individual but for everyone in the plant.
• Manage by walking around during the shift initiating conversations with questions regarding the well-being of the employee.
• Catch someone doing something well and praise. Recognize their efforts.
• Understand that all employees are people and all of us have challenges. Search for the reason behind the issue, actively listen and resolve to the benefit of all.

Responsible for leading and supporting employee engagement initiatives.

• Conduct focused walks semi-weekly through the plant to engage with the employees.
• Utilizing active listening skills, ask probing questions that encourage employee input on issues or opportunities related to safety, quality, performance, goals, scheduling, teamwork, etc.,
• Note opportunities for improvement and potential solutions based on employee input.
• Develop strategies that all for employee led teams to implement or 'try'
• Provide ongoing feedback to employee led teams and support efforts that lead to improved results, even during times of initial failure.
• Celebrate wins and recognize employees participating on successful teams.

Responsible For Leading And Supporting Corporate Initiatives, Such As

• Leading and participating on corporate sponsored teams
• Serving as CQV data reviewer, and following up to ensure verifications are completed
• Training newly hired Quality System Managers
• Assisting plants prepare for SQF audits
• Participating with purchasing on supplier audits
• Attending conferences to keep the company informed of changes in food safety regulations

Experience, Educational And Technical Qualifications

The Quality & Food Safety Manager position requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in a quality or food safety professional role in a food processing or food packaging manufacturing environment. Knowledge of SPC, SQC, metrology, problem solving, internal auditing, HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices, and food safety audit certification (such as AIB or SQF) is desired. He/she must possess strong computer skills, professionalism, self-motivation, attention to detail, and the desire and focus to improve the business. A four-year college degree required; preferably in a related food science, biology or engineering field.

Ring Container Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Ring to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information.