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Classification:
Salary
Shift:
First Shift - 8 (United States of America)
Job Description:
Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?
At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We've been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut's top family-owned companies in 2017!
We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.
We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!
Just some of our benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• 13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Engineering Manager will lead and manage the capital expenditure portfolio in addition to providing engineering services in the design, specification, construction and start-up of new and improved production process, equipment, buildings and support systems. This role will be responsible for recommending manufacturing equipment and processes designed to be efficient, cost-effective, and to promote safety, quality and reliability.
The Project Engineer will assess current equipment and processes and make recommendations for changes. This role will also be expected to troubleshoot and repair equipment, show results in reports and train personnel in equipment usage and processes. This role is an individual contributor and will be expected to work independently with a high degree of latitude.
1. Capital Project Design (30%):

• Develop and administer the capital plan defining project initiatives based upon business/operational needs or opportunities.
• Lead the scope, cost and schedule development of capital projects and prepare justifications for expenditures with cost benefit analysis.
• Lead in preparing layout designs and equipment and facility specifications to meet the requirements of the process or desired improvement.
• Design, evaluate and select equipment and exchange information with vendors, suppliers and contractors to ensure accurate specifications, quotes and delivery schedules.

Capital Project Management (30%):

• Create and maintain timelines on projects to assure they are completed on schedule. Ensures the accurate and timely management of change to scope, schedule and cost for assigned projects. Ensures assigned project meet agreed to scope on schedule and within budget.
• Ensure all LATICRETE processes, equipment, buildings and facilities support systems are in compliance with or exceed all applicable Federal, State and local environmental, safety & health and OSHA regulations and building/construction codes and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and direct installation of equipment and services with equipment suppliers, service contractors, operations and maintenance personnel.
• Support start-up of manufacturing processes and equipment including transitioning of responsibilities to Operations after project scope has been met.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of purchase orders, invoices, cost and expenditure accounting and tracking data and other financial records for Project Engineering activities.

Team Management (25%):

• Prioritize and allocate work: Delegate and allocate manageable goals to employees to support company priorities and drive results. Clearly define to team-members project responsibilities and performance expectations for long- and short-term work plans. Set clear priorities for team and individuals, including appropriate allocation of resources (time, money and people).
• Assess and Reward Performance: Provide team with timely, fair and measured performance assessments and feedback to foster growth. Provide reward and recognition for performance as appropriate. Address performance concerns and hold team accountable.
• Build Team Culture: Consistently hold employees accountable for upholding the organizations values. Proactively manage unhealthy conflict among employees and take steps to prevent escalation. Foster an open environment where employees feel able to provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Communicate and Motivate: Communicate regular business updates. Convey information in a clear and timely manner. Listen carefully to the views and opinions of peers and colleagues

Ongoing Operational Support (15%):

• Develop work instructions and provide for the documented training of operators and maintenance personnel on all new and improved equipment and support systems implemented and assist in the design of preventive and corrective maintenance programs and spare parts inventories.
• Identify, develop and implement process improvement initiatives that reduce waste and non-value added activities.
• Manages Effectiveness (OEE); production efficiencies, yields and rates. Handles the most complex issues and problems and refers only the most difficult and complex issues to higher-level staff.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Civil preferred
• 5+ years' experience in a process manufacturing environment

Specialized Skills and Experience:

• Plans, organizes and guides projects and team members
• May be called to consult in other areas
• Advanced Analytical / Problem-solving skills
• Experience in the design, specification, acquisition, installation and start-up of new and improved industrial processes, equipment, buildings and support systems.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized in project scheduling, executing responsibilities and prioritizing in a multitask environment.
• Self-starter, able to work alone with limited supervision.
• Team player - maintain positive, cooperative attitude with all employees of LATICRETE and all customers. Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Computer skills: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook, AutoCAD; Microsoft Projects.

Travel Requirement:

• Must be able to travel 25-50% depending on business needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment physical.
• Lift: Physical ability to lift and/or carry a minimum of 25 lbs. and occasionally as much as 65 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs (including open mesh) with varying degrees of pitch to elevations up to 150 ft.
• Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
• Stand: Must be able to stand 75% of the day.
• Sitting: Must be able to sit 25% of the day.
• Twisting/Bending: Must be able to twist/bend 50% of the day.
• Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 50% of the day.