About this opportunity
Lindt lists this Senior Project Engineer opportunity in san leandro, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
WHO WE ARE
At Ghirardelli, we honor tradition and drive innovation, aiming to be the top choice for premium chocolate. Our commitment to Making Life A Bite Better inspires both our products and the way we do business. We support personal and professional growth, recognizing that each employee's contribution directly impacts Ghirardelli's growth and success. Join our dynamic team and help shape Ghirardelli's future.
Job Summary
The Senior Project Engineer manages capital improvement projects to build, maintain, and improve the manufacturing infrastructure. The Engineering Department's purpose is to Deliver Great Solutions by being both innovative and brilliant at the basics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Design, plan and organize multiple new installations projects with minimal supervision
Develops and maintains project scope, budget, timeline and success criteria to meet given objectives
Uses good PM fundamentals including the existing Early Equipment Management process with expert ability
Identify areas for process improvement in production and business processes
Carry out independent concept investigations for solutions to assigned projects
Work with suppliers to order, specify, test and approve new equipment
Coordinate mechanical and electrical installation requirements with both outside contractors and internal resources where applicable
Ensure efficient hand over of new installations to Production and Maintenance Departments through proper training and documentation of new equipment and/or packaging/process systems
Serve as a resource for Maintenance when expert and in-depth information is required for troubleshooting and preventative work on new equipment
Participates in the process improvement teams as a team member in other Continuous Improvement initiatives as needed
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
BS/A Degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing capital project management position; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechatronics, Automation and Electric Engineering degrees are preferred Food or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desired Ability to effectively collaborate on all levels, functions, and departments Management of +3MM capital projects Food or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desired Possess knowledge about EHSS (environmental, health, safety, security) requirements in a food production plant Ability to work effectively in a Union environment Computer literacy in MS Office and Auto Cad; ERP knowledge is a plus Strong analytical and problem solving abilities Clear oral and written presentation skills
Other Job Requirements
Must be able to work seated or standing for at least 8 hours Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs Travel is required, the amount of travel is dependent on the projects being managed Must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail Generally, works in a regular office environment In support of projects, working in the field is occasionally required Conditions in the field include: Ability to climb stairs and ladders; must be able to work from heights Exposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts and loud noise Capable of using protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes, hearing protection, air masks, respirators, etc. in the performance of job duties Ability to work in extreme temperatures and will be exposed to heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, confined spaces, elevated areas, dirt, ash particles and fuel particles Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required
Salary
$ to $ / year
Szukasz możliwości rozwoju kariery w dynamicznym, międzynarodowym środowisku? Dołącz do Grupy Lindt & Sprüngli! Wspólnie dążymy do realizacji ambitnych celów, czerpiąc siłę z naszego celu i wyjątkowej kultury opartej na współpracy oraz wzajemnym wsparciu - zakorzenionej w bogatej tradycji, a jednocześnie nieustannie się rozwijającej, by wyznaczać nowe standardy. W naszych zróżnicowanych lokalnych zespołach myślimy globalnie i działamy lokalnie - dając ludziom przestrzeń do rozwoju, przejmowania odpowiedzialności i wspólnego kształtowania zrównoważonej przyszłości. Jesteśmy odpowiedzialnym pracodawcą pierwszego wyboru, który tworzy inspirujące doświadczenie pracownicze. Razem budujemy zaufanie, napędzamy innowacje i rozwijamy się - jako jednostki i jako organizacja. Grupa Lindt & Sprüngli od ponad 180 lat zachwyca świat czekoladą. Ta szwajcarska firma z długą tradycją, wywodząca się z Zurychu, jest globalnym liderem w segmencie czekolady premium. Obecnie Lindt & Sprüngli produkuje swoje wyroby w 12 fabrykach w Europie i Stanach Zjednoczonych. Produkty firmy są sprzedawane za pośrednictwem 41 spółek zależnych i oddziałów, w około 620 własnych sklepach oraz poprzez sieć około 100 dystrybutorów na całym świecie. Zatrudniając około 15 500 pracowników, Grupa Lindt & Sprüngli osiągnęła w 2025 roku sprzedaż na poziomie 5,92 mld CHF. Nasze zaangażowanie w budowanie zrównoważonej przyszłości stanowi jeden z kluczowych filarów działań i ambicji firmy. Od 2008 roku Program Lindt & Sprüngli Farming Program jest naszym standardem odpowiedzialnego pozyskiwania kakao.
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Worksite address
san leandro, CA, 94579, US
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