\r\n\r\nJob Description\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n The Opportunity:\r\n\r\nMaple Leaf Fresh Foods in Hamilton, Ontario is presently seeking a Project Engineer to join our team at our state-of-the-art facility. This position requires an individual with extensive experience in project management with the ability to multi-task in order to complete medium to large sized projects simultaneously. \r\n\r\n\r\nAny MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 18. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSnapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tDevelop and manage (Capital) project plans, operations, budgets and schedules (annual and multi-year)\r\n\tProvide engineering support for the operations group\r\n\tAssist senior management in developing and justifying capital expenditure requests\r\n\tInvestigate practical, cost-effective and innovative plant improvement solutions\r\n\tUtilize and incorporate Six Sigma and other project management tools, methodology and principles\r\n\tNegotiate contracts and supervise equipment vendors, service providers and contractors\r\n\tActively participate in company initiatives; e.g. Innovation, Share groups, MyMLF, Energy Efficiency.\r\n\tProvide technical support in areas of expertise to troubleshoot and identify root causes of failures and determine best strategy to improve reliability\r\n\tReview spare parts strategies to optimize equipment availability.\r\n\tSupport continuous improvement of maintenance professionals/technicians, engineers and reliability specialists to improve their skills in trouble-shooting, root cause analysis, and development of proactive maintenance strategies.\r\n\tFunction as the point person to address technical issues in several classes of equipment as the subject-matter-expert\r\n\tWork with corporate Asset Reliability (AR) group to advance the site reliability maturity in alignment with the corporate strategies.\r\n\tLead and own the site’s RCM initiatives (Asset Criticality Analysis, Critical Spares Analysis, FMEA, MTA (Maintenance Task Analysis), sporadic or chronic RCA).\r\n\tDrive the establishment of risk-based, condition-based, and predictive maintenance.\r\n\tInterface with internal and global teams to translate improvements.\r\n\tIdentify, engineer and implement projects/programs to increase productivity and reliability.\r\n\tRoutinely monitor process parameters and PdM data of critical systems. Review and analyze the respective performance KPIs to predict and prevent failures. Proactively address operational or integrity issues with corrective action recommendations.\r\n\tProactively address operational or integrity issues with corrective action recommendations.\r\n\tDevelop and optimize equipment strategies and lead efforts to eliminate performance killers\r\n\tDevelop solutions to repetitive failures and all other problems that adversely affect plant operations (RCA, RCM and FMEA)\r\n\tUtilize SAP and other computer applications effectively and efficiently\r\n\tCollect and track work identification KPIs related to the proactive maintenance program\r\n\tInvolved in the design and installation stages of projects for new assets and modification of existing assets\r\n\tReview and resolve Production losses and abnormally high Maintenance cost assets\r\n\tManage risk to the achievement of MLF’s strategic objectives in the areas of environmental health and safety, asset capability, food quality and production\r\n\tLead efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems\r\n\tDefine, design, develop, monitor and refine maintenance strategies based on asset performance\r\n\tProvide technical assistance to review equipment rebuilds and Supplier performance\r\n\tTravel as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat You’ll Bring:\r\n\r\n\r\n\t5 years’ experience as an engineer or Mechanical/Electrical Technologist, or 10 plus years of equivalent project experience.\r\n\tProven track record of handling multiple medium to large sized projects.\r\n\tTeam player with effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.\r\n\tStrong organizational, analytical and planning abilities combined with practical business sense.\r\n\tStrong computer skills (Microsoft Office and Project Management software).\r\n\tWorking knowledge of industry codes and regulations e.g. OH&S, WHMIS, HACCP.\r\n\tKnowledge and experience with Food industry would be an asset.\r\n\tFluency in the English language\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tBeing part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.\r\n\tAn inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.\r\n\tCompetitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.\r\n\tDefined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.\r\n\tLearning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.\r\n\tComprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.\r\n\tSupporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n
