Manager, Pilot & Technical Project - JR802-6955

Van Drunen Farms • Momence, IL • 2h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12887465 The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

WHAT\'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!

As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world\'s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Process Innovation group at VanDrunen Farms is focused on business advancement through asset optimization and new product and process platform development; providing responsive, customer-driven solutions, implementation of corporate strategy, and discovery.

As a member of the PI group, the Pilot and Technical Project Manager will serve as a key link between Process/Product Development and Operations; aiding in product development through effective piloting, technology transfer to Operations, industrialization and first-phase process optimization. This will be accomplished through both collaborative and independent activities; encompassing short-term, single-deliverable projects to long-term, multi-faceted initiatives, requiring collaboration with and implementation across multiple sites.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management of pilot personnel, assets, scheduling, and day-to-day

activities.

Be proficient in operation and utilization of pilot plant equipment.

Lead pilot plant and manufacturing scale projects.

Design, plan and execute experiments.

Gather and analyze data.

Document and share results.

Provide recommendations.

Recommend, assemble and develop pilot processes based on full-scale

process capabilities and product specifications.

Industrialization of new products and processes and their transition

from Development to Operations.

Act as a technical/industrialization expert and coach for multiple

processes.

Train and coordinate staffing of plant and production personnel for

processes identified as having more advanced requirements than in standard operations.

Directly oversee campaigns of high-value, low volume technical

processes as needed to assist Operations.

In collaboration with Operations and Project Engineer/Managers,

develop, track and report CVS specific metrics and deliverables for each project.

Build and maintain strong relationships and trust with Operations,

Quality and Safety.

Collaborate with plant Quality, Safety and Operations in development

of processes and procedures.

Be proficient in theory and practical operation of specific

VanDrunen Farms processing technologies

Collaboration with Process Innovation team in process optimization

studies, development of new products and processes

Perform other duties as needed

JOB EXPERIENCE:

2-7 years of relevant experience in pilot plant and project

management required. Salary will vary based on experience level and qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Strong ability to make good judgments and decisions

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Analytical thinking

Hands-on initiative

Functional knowledge of mechanics, piping systems and flow dynamics

Attention to detail

Organized

Facilitation skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Willing to accept and apply instruction

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Self-motivated and driven to excellence

Ability to collaborate with others, but also work independently

Process-oriented

Inquisitive; hungry for wisdom and a quick learner

Diligent in leading and learning

Change management skills

EDUCATION:

Bachelor\'s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Food Science or

Engineering preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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