Encapsys Project Engineering Manager

POSITION TITLE

Encapsys Project Engineering Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

TheProject Engineering Manageris responsible forleading the engineering organization to successfully develop and execute capital projects that support the company's strategic growth plans.This position is also responsible for implementing standard engineering processes at all locations that drive execution of capital projects in alignment with our stage gate process for product development.This position has dotted linerelationshipwith theManufacturing location engineers toensure that approved projects are appropriately staffed andfollow Milliken'scommon engineering processes.The role works closely with the process design team and R&D to define new process and equipment requirements to support development of new products.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completion of capital projects within established timeline, budget, performance, and safety metrics.

• Standard engineering processes for project execution are implemented and followed for all capital projects.

• Current yearcapital spending aligns with approved capital budget.

• Utilizationof external resources whereappropriate todevelop solutions and implement best practices.

• Ensure project execution process is gated and includes theappropriate toolsareused tofor project execution

• Engineering tools are available toengineeringteam tooptimizeexecution of capital projects.

• Develop and maintain a five-year capital plan that aligns with corporate strategic growth plans.

• Build strong relationships with outside engineering partners that can help us to effectively execute capital projects both domestically and globally.

• Work closely with business development teams to align engineering resources to ensure wesuccessfully delivercompany growth.

• Prepare capital budgets, reviewbidsand negotiate contracts.

• Manage project communications and reporting with senior management team.

• Provide specializedexpertiseor support to production or product development teams.

• Effectively manages direct reports, includingperformance management(setting and modifying objectives, giving prompt corrective feedback as well as praise, coaching for improved or sustained performance, reviewing performance, conducting salary planning),career development(planning and holding regular discussions with employees about their personal growth and development, including career goals), andbuilding open and trusting relationshipsthat further high employee performance and engagement.

Responsible Care

1. Be aware of the relevant requirements of the Responsible Care Management System (RC-14001) and follow plant procedures to ensure compliancetorequirements.

1. Understand the RC-14001 Significant Aspects of your job and help ensure controls are in place to reduce oreliminatenegative impacts.

1. Minimize waste, preventpollutionand conserve energy while performing job tasks.

1. Contribute to continuous improvement of theenvironmental, health, safety, security and Responsible Care performance and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial preferred)
• 8+ years industry experience
• 5+ years leading large-scale capital projects
• Prior people leadership experience
• Excellent project management skills (prioritization, problem solving, resource allocation and business analytics)
• Understanding and use of Lean, Six sigma and Policy Deployment philosophy
• Ability to positively influence the team to move capital projects forward in an expedited timeframe
• Demonstrated experience in driving results and change throughout an organization
• Ability to work collaboratively with R&D, the process design team and Portage operations team
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous and chaotic situations
• Ability to maintain a positive approach and teamwork both internally and externally
• Superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Experience interfacing with customers, both internal and external
• Experience working with senior leadership
• Travel domestic and international

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Capital project execution
• Budget oversight
• Stage-gate governance
• Lean / Six Sigma exposure
• Cross-functional influence
• Strong communication with senior leadership
• Ability to operate in ambiguity

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