Technical director [h1.location_city]

The position will perform Engineers various tasks like design, construction, equipment installation and system configuration.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Responsibilities :

Establish a sound and balanced capital plan for the plant on yearly basis with the support of process engineers and leadership by function – maintenance, safety, quality, R&D

Establish, execute and realize savings from Automation and Productivity Masterplan

Execute medium to large investment projects from feasibility to startup phase

Support and coach proces

s engineers on project design, planning and execution

Maintain a frequent communication of project status with all stakeholders

Communicate properly risks and help needed to all stakeholders

Anticipate potential issues, develop action and contingency plans

Track schedule, cost and quality of all projects, including deliverables and main KPIs after startup

Develop funding packages for medium to large capital investments

Support organization with agility and technical expertise whenever new business needs come up

Support organization to develop engineering work processes and change management systems

Adhere strictly to standards of quality, OHS and controls established by the CFIA , HACCP Canada and the WSIB / CSST

Ensures that all other local, provincial and country laws and regulations are adhered to in any new project proposals

Requirements :

Ability to communicate fluently (reading, writing, speaking and listening) in English

Must have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing environment executing projects

Must have completed a bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Creative, innovative and detail-oriented

Must be available to travel 20%

Important to have :

Strong interpersonal skills (communication, able to influence others, accountability and teamwork)

Ability to improve and streamline work processes

Able to handle a healthy balance of delivering quality, schedule and cost

Nice to have :

Ability to develop design basis, RFQs, option analysis, overall engineering and manufacturing deliverables tracking, readiness tools

Experience with Food Processing Technology & Automation

Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF, CFIA

Basic knowledge of capital management and purchasing

Experience with lean manufacturing and engineering work processes

Automation & Controls experience

Projects will not be limited to location based only

Working Conditions Notations :

Hours will vary according to projects. Possible need for extended hours and working weekends

Exposure to food products, flour, starch, meat, poultry, seafood, dairy etc.

Comfortable working in an industrial frozen food manufacturing environment with the associated noise / dust levels and refrigerated environment

Minimum Job Requirements :

Education / Certifications and Experience :

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.

Must have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing environment executing projects.

Experience with lean manufacturing and engineering work processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Creative, innovative and detail oriented.

Strong interpersonal skills (communication, able to influence others, accountability and teamwork).

Ability to improve and streamline work processes.

Able to handle a healthy balance of delivering quality, schedule, and cost.

Ability to develop design basis, RFQs, option analysis, overall engineering and manufacturing deliverables tracking, readiness tools.

Experience with Food Processing Technology & Automation.

Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF.

Basic knowledge of capital management and purchasing.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

N / A

Working Conditions and Physical Effort :

Typical work in an office and manufacturing environment.

Hours will vary according to projects. Possible need for extended hours and working weekends.

Work environment occasionally involves light exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and / or noise as well as physical risks, such as working around mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards when in our production facilities.

Expectations :

Will demonstrate, promote and exemplify the Company’s Core Values.

At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is :

$70,127.00 - $124,487.00

Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location.

C.H. Guenther & Son will never offer or pay a wage or salary that is not compliant with applicable local, state, or federal pay laws, including minimum salary thresholds.

We also offer a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement savings options, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.​

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

AA / EEO / Drug-Free Employer