McCain Foods USA Hiring For Sustainability Engineer at Appleton, WI, United States , United States Full Time

Job Description

Position Title: Sustainability Engineer
Position Type: Regular – Full-Time
Position Location: Appleton
Requisition ID: 2377
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The broad objective of this position is to effectively manage and implement policies, programs and projects to drive the sustainability program for McCain NA. Initiate, develop, plan, and implement the necessary operational, maintenance, and project activities to support the sustainability program with regards to energy, carbon, and water reduction. Monitor and assess manufacturing operations from a sustainability perspective. Coordinate sustainability activities of energy, carbon, and water reduction with McCain standards, initiatives, and requirements. Communicate sustainability progress and issues to the Director of Environmental and Utility Engineering, Senior Manager of Utility Engineering, and Senior Management when requested. Evaluate, develop, and mentor plant level sustainability work groups and personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Sustainability subject matter expert (SME) on system and component design, maintenance procedures and activities, and operational practices.
• Sustainability program development and implementation – fuels (natural gas, fuel oil, steam), electricity, biogas, water, and carbon reduction.
• Energy, carbon, and water key performance indicator (KPI) development and benchmark reporting
• Develop, organize, and participate in sustainability and energy/water reduction teams.
• Independent study and project development concerning discrete plant components as related to sustainability (examples – blanchers, lighting, boilers, ect.).
• Utility rate structure analysis (electrical/natural gas, alternative fuels).
• Review regulatory proposed changes with regards to energy use and carbon emissions at Federal/State/Provincial level and evaluate impact to company operations.
• Participate as company representative in state regulatory intervention organizations (example – Wisconsin Industrial Regulatory Group, WIEG) and report to management any impacts to the organization.
• Review and evaluate Federal/State/Provincial programs related to grants/rebates on energy reduction projects and programs.
• Participate in sustainability presentations to management as requested and be the main interface with the McCain sustainability global team
• Engage the production facilities in personal development, mentoring, and training in regards to sustainability activities.
• Interface with engineers to define project scope requirements and incorporate corporate standards with regards to sustainability.
• Work with finance, production, and safety to develop justifications for capital projects and prepare the Requests for Expenditure Authorization (REAs) in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Acquire and negotiate project contractor bids in conjunction with procurement.
• Prepare project specifications and/or tender documents.
• Manage release of design input to suppliers (contractors, component suppliers, etc.).
• Produce site visit reports, contractor job meeting minutes, project material listings, purchase orders, installation schedules and preparation of any other documentation relating to installation of systems.
• Assist in the development of new installation techniques and standards.
• Manage capital projects ranging in dollar value from $200,000 plus meeting deadlines and budgets. Identify and effectively utilize project resources.
• Manage the resolution of technical issues identified by suppliers. Manage technical documents provided by suppliers
• For sustainability related capital projects, provide project design, contracting, and construction management.
• Evaluate, contract, and manage consulting engineers as required.
• Develop best operating practices for design, maintenance and operation of utility and energy management systems with regards to energy and water use.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education, Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering or a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience, and continuing self-development
• Competent Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office)
• Must be fluent in English; second language is a plus but not required
• Strong technical expertise and problem solving skills
• Strong analytical skills (e.g. root cause analysis and statistic analysis)
• Displays vision and demonstrates both personal and organizational sensitivity
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports
• Can communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written work
• Must be willing to work alternative shift schedules when applicable for assignments
• Must be willing to relocate within the United States for assignments and future growth
• All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States and Canada.

Desired Experience:

• Previous experience in a variety of factory floor and staff assignments desired with an emphasis on sustainability practices and energy, carbon, and water use reduction in a factory environment. Demonstrated ability and 5 years or greater experience in the utility and sustainability disciplines required.

Scope of Authority

• All employees have the right to question or refuse a work related directive that is unsafe
• All employees are expected to take appropriate measures regarding employee, product or equipment safety

Travel

• 30 to 50% travel throughout the US and Canada required. Candidate must be eligible to work in both the US and Canada.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Drives Results
• Build and Maintain Relationships
• Leverage Own Potential
• Create Team Synergy
• Make Smart Decisions
• Communicate Relentlessly
• Win with Customers and Consumers
• Champion Change

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk and/or hear
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk and climb; regularly use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color acuity, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus
• Work is inside and the noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic (Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran).
Job Family: Engineering & Technical
Division: Greater North America
Department: Environmental and Res Engineering

Location(s): Appleton || US – United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace || US – United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton
Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.