Director of Engineering Operations - Food & Beverage Manufacturing

About the Role

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence in manufacturing? Join our growing aseptic beverage production team as the Head of Operations Engineering. In this high-impact leadership role, youll oversee end-to-end engineering operations, driving process improvements, managing large-scale projects, and leading a dynamic team to support the safe and efficient production of high-quality beverages.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering Department to develop, implement, and optimize systems, processes, and resources that support seamless manufacturing operations.
• Drive continuous improvement through KPI monitoring, downtime reduction, and strategic process enhancements.
• Manage and track capital projects, engineering budgets (CapEx, Training, Consulting), and facility expansions.
• Oversee engineering design, equipment specifications, and drawing controls for new and existing systems.
• Administer the CMMS system (Upkeep) for all maintenance and engineering activities, including breakdowns, repairs, and contractor operations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Maintenance, EH&S, Production, Controls, Reliability) to align engineering and maintenance schedules.
• Support EH&S compliance, including LOTO, startup/shutdown procedures, and safety program implementation.
• Collaborate with leadership to plan strategic downtime for renovations and equipment upgrades.
• Introduce new technologies and evaluate cost-effective solutions to improve operational performance.
• Lead process mapping and resource planning for all engineering activities.

• Uphold compliance with SQF, FDA, and Food Safety standards.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering

• 10+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

• 5-7 years of leading capital projects, managing budgets, and team leadership
• Strong command of engineering principles, P&ID creation/interpretation, and project coordination
• Expertise with Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, CMMS (e.g., Upkeep), ERP/CRM systems, and MES platforms
• Proficiency in process mapping, loss elimination, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Exceptional communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skills

Ready to lead and transform operations in the beverage industry? Apply now and take the next step in your engineering leadership career!