As the nation's largest beet sugar producer, American Crystal Sugar Company is committed to finding ways to continually improve. It's why we reward people who take action, work smart, and reach further.
We are looking for a strategic minded, organized individual to join our East Grand Forks, MN Factory as Engineering Superintendent. The purpose of this position is to provide effective overall factory project management and engineering activities for assigned factory, including special projects as assigned. This position ensures the completion of 5-year engineering planning, pre-engineering for next year’s projects and oversees the current year’s engineering projects to achieve established project objectives.
The principal accountabilities of this position include (but are not limited to):
- Supervises all aspects of factory engineering projects and activities, as well as outside engineered and contracted projects. Ensures all projects are engineered to meet Company and insurance guidelines.
- Responsible for several million dollars of capital projects; may be required to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Participates in both short and long term strategic planning for factory capital projects. Responsible for implementing approved strategic plans.
- Manages all aspects of capital projects including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, design, bidding, construction management and startup.
- Applies knowledge of technical discipline, core business, or related processing experience to select methods and resources to complete assigned capital projects. Prioritizes tasks within assigned capital projects and effectively delegates within constraints of project organization.
- Identifies and participated in the development of training programs for staff utilizing completed engineering projects.
- Controls the activities of construction contractors at the factory site and ensures contractors work in a safe manner in compliance with regulations.
- Provides technical support and documentation to the Capital Buyer regarding all negotiations with construction contractors and equipment vendors.
- Reporting to this position is the Factory Engineer although an engineering intern and/or co-op student may also report to this position.
- Develops and closely mentors engineering interns and co-op students to access individual capabilities and provide meaningful work experiences. Recommends students for hire that most closely meet Company needs.
To be successful in this position requires five to eight years of applied experience in a processing, manufacturing, or heavy construction management industry with a four-year degree in an appropriate engineering discipline. Must have a good understanding of process, maintenance, and project engineering disciplines utilized throughout the factory in day-to-day activities as well as the ability to plan and monitor projects, and effective supervisory and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Must also be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships and ensure engineering projects are completed within established parameters. The ability to recognize, identify, communicate and recommend solutions to problems is essential.
To apply, please visit our website at www.crystalsugar.comand click on employment or send cover letter including salary requirements and resume to careers@crystalsugar.com.
American Crystal Sugar Company is a drug free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks.
American Crystal Sugar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
