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Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)

Functional Area: Engineering

The Role

Senior-level position responsible for managing and/or coordinating electrical projects including, but not limited to, design, estimating and/or quote requests, procurement, and management of internal and external electrical project work groups (in coordination with Electrical Engineer). Utilizes expert knowledge in electrical work including National Electrical Code, electrical distribution, NFPA70E, as well as understanding of automation and controls fundamentals.

What You'll Do

• Coordinates/schedules internal and/or external electrical resources for electrical infrastructure supporting project and startups. Is an expert in electrical distribution and is able to design electrical systems.
• Oversees and/or designs complex electrical distribution layouts and equipment layouts (including wiring diagrams, schematics, and functional specifications). Able to design/size circuits and related distribution requirements.
• Coordinate electrical distribution focused projects (including developing scope, project request, equipment requisition, planning/scheduling, and implementation).
• Troubleshoots & provides solutions on complex project performance issues (scheduling, vendor performance; issues equipment vendors are unable to resolve).
• Works with Operations, Engineering, and the production facilities to help determine technical solutions for new product concepts and capacity constraints.
• Strong knowledge base/working relationship with equipment vendors and industry technical leaders. 
• Collaborates with equipment vendors to develop new manufacturing/process technology.

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Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno. 

Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.

As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero's global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.

At Wells, our people-and their experience-sit at the heart of our ambition.  Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.

What We Offer

At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.  Learn more about our benefits here. 

What You'll Bring

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in the Electrical or Engineering field preferred. Journeyman or Master Electrician in the State of Iowa licensing required.
• Minimum of 8 years of electrical experience in a commercial or manufacturing environment. At least 2 additional years of project management experience in a maintenance and/or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge in electrical distribution methods and equipment, to include:
  • National Electrical Code
  • NFPA 70E
  • Circuit sizing methods
  • Blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
  • Motors and controls
  • Test instruments and applications
• Strong knowledge base of food manufacturing/process technology. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Oracle and Project Management applications.
• Demonstrated project management skills. 
• Makes good, fact-based decisions through a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgment.  
• Effectively identifies process steps while continuing to monitor progress, and results; designs feedback loops into work.  
• Understands continuous improvement methodology and incorporates it into all areas of work.  
• Must possess effective communication, organization and time management skills.  
• Ability to lead, influence and work collaboratively across various functions. 
• Reports to - Director of Engineering Utilities

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis