• Job Description

  Req#: R133775

  Job Level:

  Technical Leadership-T2

  Job Description:

  Project Engineer - Multiple Openings

  Locations: Cleveland, TN, Gainesville , GA or Hackettstown, NJ

  This Regional Project Engineering Role will be a part of the Mars Snacking North America Packaging engineering team. The individual in this role will be responsible for all aspects of planning and execution of capital & non-capital projects from ideation through project closure. This role will be responsible to lead and steward technology execution for product distribution, primary packaging, secondary packaging, and palletizing across the full range of Mars' iconic brand portfolio including M&M's®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, SKITTLES®, STARBURST®, TWIX®, DOVE®, and more.

  What are we looking for?

  Minimum:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 4+ years’ experience in a comparable technical position
  • Proven track record in successfully executing capital projects of greater than $1M value.
  • Demonstrated ability to safely manage consultant engineering firms as well as mechanical and electrical installation contractors in a factory environment.
  • Proven deep understanding of packaging engineering principles
  • Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills
  • 30%-50% travel requirement

  Preferred:

  • Advanced degree in Engineering or MBA
  • 4+ years comparable technical experience within food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable
  • Prior knowledge and experience in food safety and clean design a plus

  What would be your key responsibilities?

  • Provide innovative Packaging Engineering solutions that drive a competitive advantage
  • Accurately scope and estimate capital projects that are technically feasible and meet business and segment plans
  • Communicate and collaborate with all Stakeholders and other functions (R&D, Quality, Commercial, Finance) to ensure capital project objectives are clearly defined and achieved
  • Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow for all assigned engineering projects in accordance with the Engineering Work Process (EWP)
  • Onsite management of contractors and OEMs during installation Including creating and ensuring a safe work environment for contractors and associates
  • Leadership through commissioning, validation, and startup of equipment

  What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

  #LI-MP1

  #Hybrid

  Skills:

  Action Planning, Adaptive Mindset, Analyze Alternatives and Recommend Solutions, Analyze Current State, Business Case Contribution, Business Requirements Analysis, Data Collection and Analysis, Data Control, Policy and Regulation, Review and Reporting

  Competencies:

  Communicates Effectively, Courage, Directs Work, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes

  The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

  The pay range shown is applicable to all locations listed within the job posting:USD 85,875.00 - USD 118,083.00

• About the company

  Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products and a provider of animal care services, with US$33 billion in annual sales in 2015.

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