Senior Project Manager, Automation
Job Location:
Goodyear, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.
A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.
To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .
job purpose:
The Sr.Project Manager Automationhas accountability for leadingeffortsin the planning and delivery of large complex or multi-location capital projects including but not limited to:Operational Technology (OT)Infrastructures Manufacturingautomation andEngineering.The role will be responsible for leading and managing complex projects involving the integration of engineering systems automation technologies construction activities and programming solutions. This is a challenging and dynamic role that requires strong leadership technical proficiency and exceptional project management skills.
responsibilities:
- Project Planning: Develop project plans timelines and budgets; define scope resources and key milestones.
- Equipment Selection & Procurement: Select and evaluate processing equipment based on capacity efficiency quality and cost; coordinate vendors and manage procurement.
- Process Design & Optimization: Design and improve processing systems; perform mass balances address bottlenecks enhance flow and drive continuous improvement.
- Project Coordination: Partner cross-functionally (safety production maintenance QA) to execute projects manage resources and resolve issues.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to food safety and quality regulations; collaborate with regulatory bodies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation (design specs manuals signoffs reports); track progress costs and provide stakeholder updates.
- Training & Support: Train operations and maintenance teams on new equipment and processes; develop materials and support troubleshooting.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to reduce milk losses and enhance efficiency productivity and product quality.
skills/qualifications required:
- Bachelors degree incontrolsengineeringor related disciplinerequired.
- 10 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Aseptic/Dairy experience including UHTs homogenizers separators filtration plants mix proof valves motors pumps.
- Experience with Automation Products hardware and software product suites (Ignition ControlLogix Logix 5000 FT View FT Historian and Canary Historian).
- Experience with other automation platforms such as Siemens B&R GE Aveva/Wonderware etc.
- Experience in automation system project delivery and major capital projects including schedule and cost management.
- Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings operating manuals and blueprints to conduct business
- Ability to update P&IDs mechanical/electrical prints (CAD/SolidWorks preferred)
- Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgements on sensitive confidential issues
- Ability to supervise and train staff including organizing prioritizing and scheduling work assignments
- Knowledge of computerized information systems used in quality assurance maintenance and ERP applications
- Knowledge of USDA State Federal regulations for a dairy manufacturing facility a plus
howfairlifenourishes you:
Atfairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective day one!
- Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)
- Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
- Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10000)
- Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support
- 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
- Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
- Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
- Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
- Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource Groups
fairlifesnour!shprogram is designed to meet you where you are supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.
position location:Coopersville MI; Goodyear AZ
reports to:DirectorManufacturingAutomation
travel requirements:40% - 50%
exempt/nonexempt:Exempt
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*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography job-related knowledge skills and experience. A full range of medical financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position is offered.
Base pay range:
$150000 - $170000 USD
fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.
For Recruitment Agencies
At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.
As our recruitment is primarily handled in-house we work only occasionally with external agencies and only those on our existing pre-approved vendor list. At this time we are not reviewing or expanding that list.
Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. As such fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
fairlife ultra-filtered milk is made with 50% more protein and 50% less sugar, compared to regular milk. Try our Core Power protein shakes, fairlife Nutrition Plan protein shakes, and various delicious flavors of Ultra-Filtered Milk!
