If working for a company that values its people and recognizes the importance of work/life balance is appealing to you, look no further than ITG Brands!

WHO WE ARE

ITG Brands is the U.S. division of Imperial Brands. We are the nation's third-largest tobacco company with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar and vaping products. ITG Brands carries at its core, the mindset that, in order to succeed, a company must treat its people well and give them the tools they need to win. We are currently searching for a US Sr. Project Engineer (Operations Engineering), located in McAdoo, PA.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, responsible for the delivery and on-going support of cross-category engineering and technology projects.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Duties and Responsibilities:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company

• Manages engineering projects from concept to installation and handover, including, but not limited to: client and supplier liaison, specification generation and approval, budget control, effective time management, etc.
• Plans and coordinates projects across geographically diverse locations. This may include coordination and management of external and internal resources.
• Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications, calculating time requirements, and sequencing project elements.
• Confirms product performance by designing and authoring test protocols and execution of testing.
• Provides support for global initiatives such as spare parts management, machine obsolescence management, ESG, etc.
• Identifies areas of opportunity across the GSC manufacturing footprint, prepares proposals, and manages the execution/delivery of those projects once approval has been obtained.
• Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and issue resolution.
• Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan, and scheduling changes, and recommending actions.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures and administering contractor contracts.
• Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, and recommending actions.
• Work with and support manufacturing plant projects and needs.
• Coordinate qualification/validation testing.
• Maintains project data base by writing computer programs as well as entering and backing up data.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
• Ensures project adherence to regulatory compliances, including Group and FDA.
• Leads the development and implementation of new equipment to improve the manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintains awareness of evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, in order to supply solutions in line with legal requirements.
• Maintains awareness of supplier developments and strategy to drive Global Engineering standards.
• Supports with IB business processes such as Capital planning and forecast.
• Provides input into best practice process development.
• Involvement with Ops Engineering Global Task force.
• Communicates effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Maintains awareness of evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, in order to supply solutions in line with legal requirements
• Maintains awareness of supplier developments and engineering and business strategies to drive Global Engineering standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 5+ years related work experience.
• Related work experience to include:
  • A minimum of 3 years engineering experience in an FMCG environment
  • Demonstrated project management skills and delivery of complex, high-value projects

Knowledge of:

Technical requirements gathering and business analysis

• Manufacturing methods and procedures
• Production and packaging operations
• Design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
• Evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, in order to supply solutions in line with legal requirements
• Supplier developments and strategy

Skilled in:

• Stakeholder management and engagement
• Project management
• Process improvement
• Negotiation and persuasion
• Operations maintenance
• Verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Problem/situation analysis
• Effective time and task management
• Multitasking capabilities
• Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to:

• Communicate to a broad and diverse audience
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrate critical thinking
• Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
• Receive and communicate information orally and in writing
• Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly
• Work with business partners in different time zones
• Travel domestically & internationally as the role requires; this could involve extended periods away from home base

Preferred Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Related experience to include:

• Working within a regulated industry, e.g., automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, etc.
• Working with international suppliers
• Problem solving, planning, and execution within a global manufacturing setting

Licenses and Certifications

PMI – PMP Certification

Knowledge of:

• OSHE and machinery safety knowledge and experience in UL, CE regulations and PUWER risk analysis. Training certification is a plus (CSME)
• Manufacturing process analysis (e.g, capacity, OEE calculations, etc)
• Product design/implementation
• Regulatory submissions
• GMP
• Deep understanding of the pFMEA process and how to generate manufacturing control plans
• Generation of validation master plans and manufacturing control plans
• Large manufacturing facilities and associated requirements
• Building maintenance programs
• Business acumen
• AUTOCAD and/or similar drawing software

Ability to:

• Read electrical and pneumatic drawings. Knowledge in PLC programming (Siemens, Allan Bradley, Beckhoff, etc), servo motors, safety circuits appreciated.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Requires moderate physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Walks, sits, or stands for extended periods.
• Requires prolonged machine operation including vehicle, computer, and keyboard equipment.

PERKS OF WORKING AT ITG BRANDS

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans
• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution
• 15 Company-paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Casual dress policy Monday through Friday
• Education assistance
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee discounts
• Summer hours

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

ITG Brands will follow applicable federal and state rules relating to COVID-19 vaccinations. Accordingly, applicants who receive conditional job offers should be prepared to provide information and documentation regarding vaccination status upon request by ITG Brands.

ITG Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.