Hawaiian Host Group
Consumer Goods
SeniorProjectManager,Engineering
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“Senior Project Manager, Engineering at Hawaiian Host Group. Skills: Capital project management, Engineering leadership, Manufacturing operations. Lead Engineering function. Manage capital projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver throughput objectives; Deliver cost objectives; Deliver continuous improvement objectives; Ensure OEE targets; Ensure yield targets; Improve line design throughput; Reduce cost per pound
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Decision-making; Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting
Access to reliable vehicle, Interisland travel required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years project management, Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manage capital projects, Vendor management, Contractor oversight, Problem-solving abilities, Decision-making abilities, Work with employees at all levels, Verbal communication skills, Written communication skills, Interpersonal communication skills, Computer systems competency, Software applications competency, Lift up to 25 pounds, Work longer hours, Stand and walk during work, Operate computers, Operate telephones, Operate standard office equipment, Hearing clearly, Speaking clearly, Lift up to 50 pounds, Reach, Bend, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch
Nice to Have
Advanced degree preferred, PE license preferred, Project Management certification preferred, Food processing experience preferred, CPG processing experience preferred, Nut agribusiness processing experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead Engineering function
Manage capital projects
Support facility packaging equipment
Support facility processing equipment
Support facility utility infrastructure
Support maintenance reliability programs
Support maintenance strategy
Ensure projects support human safety
Ensure projects support production efficiency
Ensure projects support quality
Ensure projects support regulatory compliance
Partner with Operations
Partner with Supply Chain
Deliver throughput objectives
Deliver cost objectives
Deliver continuous improvement objectives
Manage annual capital plan
Oversee capital projects
Lead capital engineering projects
Run project management effectively
Deliver projects on time
Deliver projects at cost
Deliver projects below cost
Succeed in project deliverables
Meet organizational expectations
Work with contractors
Drive equipment improvements
Drive manufacturing improvements
Drive processing improvements
Support functions as technical resource
Implement processing lines
Optimize processing lines
Implement packaging lines
Optimize packaging lines
Support efficient use of plant utilities
Support efficient use of plant infrastructure
Focus on energy efficiency
Lead capital planning
Lead capital execution
Justify new equipment
Select vendors for new equipment
Install new equipment
Commission new equipment
Track cash flow on capital projects
Manage cash flow on capital projects
Lead with Value Engineering mindset
Leverage lean manufacturing principles
Leverage continuous improvement principles
Improve line design throughput
Reduce cost per pound
Ensure engineering projects comply with OSHA
Ensure engineering projects comply with FDA
Ensure engineering projects comply with FSMA
Ensure engineering projects comply with USDA
Ensure engineering projects comply with environmental regulations
Ensure engineering projects comply with Hawaii codes
Ensure engineering projects comply with Hawaii permitting
Partner with Quality for hygienic equipment
Partner with Food Safety for hygienic equipment
Ensure allergen control
Ensure sanitation-friendly layouts
Support root cause analysis
Maintain plant layouts
Standardize work instructions
Standardize change control
Develop departmental budget
Manage departmental budget
Report performance via KPIs
Prepare monthly reports
Fulfill additional duties
Fulfill additional projects
Adhere to Company policies
Adhere to Company procedures
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Partner with Operations; Partner with Quality; Partner with Safety; Partner with Supply Chain; Work with Accounting; Work with Finance
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication; Interpersonal communication; Executive presentations; Board-level reporting
Process & Methodology
Project management, Capital planning, Capital execution, Vendor selection, Contractor oversight, Cash flow management, Value Engineering, Lean manufacturing, Continuous improvement, 5S, Value stream mapping, SMED, Line balancing, Waste reduction
Full Job Description
## Description Are you known for exceeding expectations? Do you embrace the Spirit of Hawai‘i? Then please keep reading because we’re looking for people like you at Hawaiian Host Group. Who are we? Hawaiian Host Group (HHG) is a leading Hawai‘i-based consumer goods company with a portfolio of brands that includes Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, MacFarms, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to premium treats. Our dedicated team of Hosts of Hawai‘i is spread across our headquarters in Honolulu and offices in Hilo, Kona, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. HHG has 3 manufacturing plants in Hawai'i, as well as the state's largest single macadamia farm. We are an excited team of people that all have one vision in common: sharing the Spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Expect camaraderie, product tastings, and other (virtual and in-person) events that make our culture unique. And more importantly, know that your work contributes to our purpose; to make the Islands’ future flourish. We do this through our Takitani foundation that grants scholarships to deserving local students, our solar farm on the Big Island, and other social & environmental initiatives. That’s enough about us for now, we’d love to learn more about you. Read the job description below and let us know if you’re interested. We can’t wait to meet you! POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Project Manager, Engineering leads the Engineering function for the company’s food-grade CPG and nut harvesting/processing facilities, with responsibility for all capital projects, capital project management, managing contractors, and supporting facility packaging and processing equipment and facility utility infrastructure. This dynamic role works cross-functionally across the organization and indirectly supports maintenance reliability programs, maintenance strategy, and ensuring projects support human safety, production efficiency, quality, and regulatory
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