Corporate Operations Engineering Manager

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

The primary purpose for this position is to strengthen Manufacturing Operations’ ability to develop and execute major capital projects that deliver strategic value and financial success. This position also develops, prioritizes, and implements major strategic initiatives and key business objectives in collaboration with the Manufacturing senior leadership team. The position directs the engineering analysis, short- and long-term planning and project implementation that will impact all Manufacturing facilities. The position will direct innovation and technological advancements to leverage a competitive advantage. Also, this position will lead, mentor and influence the development of other Engineering staff at backstage and in the field.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop, design and facilitate major capital improvements and strategic business initiatives for Manufacturing operations.

• Ensure sound engineering, operational and financial feasibility for capital projects.

• Select equipment, processing and/or distribution methods to drive facility best practices.

• Set standards for construction and equipment installation.

• Provide input to annual capital planning and leadership status reports.

• Lead Manufacturing senior leaders, field management teams, maintenance managers and backstage managers in the technical development and administration of capital projects.

• Prepare and develop preliminary layouts, conceptual designs and capital documentation for necessary presentations, approvals and business justifications to business unit leadership.

• Direct and manage bidding process, prepare and award contracts.

• Manage architect/engineers, consultants and job site managers to ensure project budget, timeline and performance

• Manage change order process, invoice approvals and budget cost analysis for multiple projects.

• Collaborate with corporate support teams, such as environmental, compliance, and energy management groups.

• Introduce Manufacturing senior leadership team to new methods and drive procedures that reduce operating costs and waste.

• Partner with plant management and maintenance staff to improve facility maintenance and equipment reliability (Preventative Maintenance Computerized Systems & Predictive Maintenance Programs).

• Facilitate Strategic Facility Planning initiative for Manufacturing.

• Facilitate development of facility asset stewardship programs.

• Develop and support energy management and utility cost control initiatives.

• Reduce negative impact from regulatory compliance issues (OSHA, EPA, FDA).

• Complete periodic audits to assess effectiveness of facility programs.

• Improve Engineering Department performance by continuous improvement of process and project management tools.

• Up to 90% travel depending upon home location

• Relocation not necessary provided there is an Albertsons manufacturing facility within 90 minutes' drive from home location

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• B.S. degree preferred in engineering field, professional certification desired focused in project management, operations & process control, or equivalent experience

• 10 plus years of experience plus the education/experience listed above.

• Strong Beverage & Grocery and or strong Dairy process engineering background preferably including ESL process design

• 7 years' experience in strategic capital execution including project design, development and management using broad experience from multiple disciplines.

• 5 years’ experience in managing by influence.

• Extensive knowledge of food plant and/or distribution facility engineering, process design and capital project management.

• Skilled in facility layout and design, food regulatory requirements, process improvement and team problem solving methods.

• Must possess significant industry knowledge in material handling equipment, operating systems, controls, and related manufacturing and/or distribution systems.

• Manages financial impact on Manufacturing operations and major outside customers by developing and managing major capital investments and strategic projects.

• Consistently develops strategic business solutions utilizing capital investments.

• Strong interpersonal, team building and analytical skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be adept at change management with excellent customer service skills.

• Must be result focused and a pro-active team leader to manage multiple projects and meet key deadlines.

• Knowledge of PC skills including MS Project, Excel, Access, Power Point and Word.

• Working knowledge of other business software systems including ERP, Lawson, PMC, WMS.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly

• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream

• Associate discounts

• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)

• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits

• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

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Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. ​