Process/Project Engineer

Great Lakes BDM


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Process/Project Engineer

Purpose:

The Process/Project Engineer is responsible for cost effectively designing and implementing production methodology, equipment, facility expansions and improvements. The position also provides support to assure cost effective, quality production.

Job Duties:

Complete equipment, process and facility improvement plans including:

Preliminary information gathering, analysis and justification of project in order to set priority

Resource identification

Detailed information gathering, analysis, justification and AR development

Expedition of approvals

Development of clear functional specifications

Purchase order, payment plan & vendor agreement development

Detailed Implementation and training plan

Execute projects in terms of quality, timeliness, completeness and effectiveness in reaching the stated goals and objectives, on schedule and within budget.

Collaborate with other departments in terms of ongoing effectiveness of equipment and process improvements. Monitor utilization, determine effectiveness, and return on implemented improvements.

Analyze existing production requirements and validity of improvement recommendations. Response to requests for support from other departments. Provide Support of new product releases. Review existing practices, identify potential areas for improvement, and analyze process and equipment alternatives.

Complete timely and accurate weekly status reports.

Facilitate effective project team meetings.

Effectively develop and maintain quality partnerships with management and co-workers at all levels to promote and implement improvement projects. Maintain interpersonal and leadership growth.

Requirements:

Degreed chemical Engineer (preferred) or mechanical Engineer with 7-10 years food process manufacturing experience. Must possess knowledge in batch and continuous processing, project management skills, and proven history of accomplishments. CAD skills preferred. Controls experience a plus. Team oriented and able to communicate effectively at all levels.

To apply for the position, please email your resume.



GREAT LAKES BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

POSITION

The objective of this position is to develop sales through food brokers, distributors and targeted operators within the foodservice segment. The successful candidate will be proficient in selling and developing relationships with key multi-unit accounts, national accounts, and strategically important operators. He or she will also have a thorough understanding of the relationship between manufacturers, food brokers, distributors, and operators. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for managing and developing all aspects of their respective region to include new product distribution, distributor relationships, broker development and budget control.

Territory: Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, Pittsburgh PA Region.

The position requires regular National travel. The candidate should be living somewhere in the center of this region, preferably in a major metropolitan area.

Specific responsibilities include:

Successful execution of Sweet Street Desserts’ objectives in assigned Region.

Managing all local promotional support funds and expense budgets.

Preparing sales plans, forecasts, market analysis and market strategies.

Reporting pertinent information to management.

Management, Training and development of Company’s Brokers in assigned region

Development of Company’s Business in all multi-unit accounts within assigned region.

Development of assigned National Accounts in Region

Development of distribution within assigned region

Development of new products through new distribution and operator penetration.

Develop sales and profits within assigned multi-regional accounts nationally.

Develop systems and support processes to create opportunities and programs at the region level.

Assist all BDM’s to achieve sales objectives and incremental volume within assigned accounts.

Challenges:

Training of broker personnel to effectively sell Sweet Street Desserts Products

Capturing a disproportionate share of broker’s available sales time toward the development of the Sweet Street Desserts’ foodservice product portfolio

Motivating, training and developing the broker and distributor sales representatives to sell Sweet Street Desserts’ foodservice products.

To meet the competitive challenge with more effective and creative programs which will assist in maintaining our leadership in the foodservice industry.

Motivating, training and developing programs to assist your peers to sell Sweet Street Desserts’ foodservice products to National Accounts, large multi-regional chains and regional chains.

Effectively sell and develop large multi-unit accounts and targeted National Accounts – seeking out key personnel such as R&D, Operations, Owners, and top executives to assist in the development of our business with these accounts.

Candidate will need to be proficient in successfully balancing customer needs and company objectives to ensure a mutually beneficial long-term relationship.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will be ambitious, results oriented and well organized. This position requires a wide variety of skills and impeccable work ethic since the duties involve working closely with buyers, R&D personnel, chefs, brokers, national accounts, distributors, and other internal Sweet Street Desserts personnel.

Specific qualifications include:

Four Year College degree – Advance Degree desirable

Foodservice experience (5 years) in managing brokers

Foodservice experience (5 years) in developing Foodservice business within Distributors, Multi-unit accounts, and Operators.

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written format.

Ability to train, motivate and recruit people

Culinary skills desirable

National Account experience desirable.

Proficient knowledge in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail programs desirable

COMPENSATION

Competitive Salary

Bonus of 30% on incremental sales over quota and individual sales objectives.

Negotiated per month automobile allowance

Business expenses reimbursed

BENEFITS

Life Insurance:

Medical and Dental Insurance including prescription plan

401k and Profit Sharing

Short Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

To apply for the position, please email your resume.