Overview:

Primary Function:
* Manages and leads the food processing equipment scope development and specification (Front End Loadings (FELs) and Technical Briefs) of multiple small to medium sized packaging engineering projects
* Provides technical support and equipment technology expertise for Packaging Engineering issues to plants and projects.
* Reports to Group Engineering Manager or Director. Does not have people management responsibilities. Key Project team member.
* Primary internal contact are Processing Engineer, Packaging Materials, Marketing, Project Plant Liaisons & Capital Director.
* Primary external contacts are equipment vendors, contact manufacturers and engineering service providers
* Typically managers multiple small and several medium size projects of medium complexity and works with support of a Senior Engineer on a corporate and/or complex, large project.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
* Drive technical solutions for Growth/Innovation and Supply Chain, through delivery of cost-effective, high-quality scope (FELS, Tech Briefs) and effective team collaboration.
* Deliver project accountabilities through effective risk management, drive scope alignment, leverage technical expertise (SMEs, Platform Leads) and standard designs and specifications.
* Start to become an expert in one or more complete production systems and multiple unit operations. Collaborate as a SME, team leader or platform leader.
* Provides information on technical issues with plants and project teams and have influence on technical aspects of projects
* Advance technologies and standard/specs for areas of expertise to drive efficiencies, reliability, and lower cost.
* Mentor and coach other engineers to advance overall technical capabilities of the group.
* Learn and apply people safety and food safety standards and principles

Requirements:
* Minimum: Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related technical field and four years related work experience
* Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field and 5-10 years of related work experience
* This job 30-50 percent of the travel time. Activities frequently require working beyond the normal workday hours, shift work and weekends.

ABOUT EIGHT ELEVEN:At Eight Eleven, our business is people. Relationships are at the center of what we do. A successful partnership is only as strong as the relationship built. We’re your trusted partner for IT hiring, recruiting and staffing needs.For over 16 years, Eight Eleven has established and maintained relationships that are designed to meet your IT staffing needs. Whether it’s contract, contract-to-hire, or permanent placement work, we customize our search based upon your company's unique initiatives, culture and technologies. With our national team of recruiters placed at 21 major hubs around the nation, Eight Eleven finds the people best-suited for your business. When you work with us, we work with you. That’s the Eight Eleven promise.Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday



Ability to Relocate:
* Battle Creek, MI 49017: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Battle Creek, MI 49017