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Project Manager Engineering

Location: Delphi, Indiana

Reports to: VP Engineering

Workplace Type: Onsite

FLSA Status: Exempt

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.

We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our team members by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions up to 8%), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.

Indiana Packers Corporation is in Delphi, Indiana, just 15 minutes away from the greater Lafayette/West Lafayette area, home of Purdue University.

Summary:

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering engineering projects within a fresh pork processing manufacturing environment. This role requires complete ownership of projects from initial concept through final implementation, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated industry.

Responsibilities:

• Assume full accountability for assigned projects from inception to completion.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with internal teams (operations, maintenance, quality assurance) and external vendors.
• Prepare detailed project budgets and monitor expenditures to ensure financial compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, food safety standards, and company policies.
• Promote a culture of safety throughout all project phases.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and contractors.
• Manage contracts and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support plant modernization and technology upgrades.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Prepare post-project evaluations and lessons learned reports.
• All team members are expected to adhere to their scheduled working hours and attend work consistently to ensure smooth operation and effective teamwork.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
• 5 + years of engineering project management experience in manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept through completion required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and USDA guidelines preferred.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Up to 30% travel to vendor sites or other company facilities.

Other Duties:

Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on the site including exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and hearing protection is required. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in cold, hot, and outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.

Physical Demand:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is primarily performed in an office setting in a manufacturing environment requiring the ability to sit, talk, hear, frequent walking, standing, and sitting; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Ability to use standard office equipment such as telephone, computer, and copier.

Background Screening/Checks:

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment, education, criminal background, driving history, and other relevant information, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

EOE, including Disability/Veteran

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