Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering

The Director of Engineering is responsible for the successful execution of the company's business strategy through development, deployment, and performance of all engineering & automation related strategies. This role will lead the Jack Link's Engineering team to develop automation projects in collaboration with manufacturing plants and distribution centers and other functions / colleagues and will also provide hands-on support for implementation.

The Director will be a thought leader, responsible for driving a culture of innovation to stay ahead of competitors and develop cutting-edge improvements for the organization. This key leader will also be responsible for the development of our technological vision and ensuring it is appropriately applied to capital projects, plant modifications or other enhancements.

Key responsibilities include managing, directing, and supporting the Engineering team by providing strategic guidance, best practices, leadership, and mentoring. The Director will lead the team to develop automation projects in collaboration with sites and other functions / colleagues and will also provide hands-on support for implementation as needed. The Director will work closely with operations leadership and stakeholders in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support engineering and automation-oriented solutions to optimize business processes and overall company performance.

The Director will drive a culture of innovation to stay ahead of competitors and develop cutting edge improvements for the organization from both a short-term and long-term basis. The Director will be responsible for the development of engineering vision and ensuring it is appropriately applied to capital projects, plant modifications or other enhancements. The Director will manage large, complex projects and initiatives, deal with ambiguity and be responsible for embracing Jack Link's commitment to customers, customer service and sales.

The Director will support manufacturing and operations by providing strategic direction and tactical support. The Director will troubleshoot day-to-day issues, assigning team members as necessary to provide comprehensive solutions. The Director will collaborate with the plant network on development and implementation of strategy for application of advanced automation and continuous improvement of automated systems in alignment with business value and network needs and priorities.

The Director will ensure that process automation activities are handled in accordance with current regulations governing safety, environmental protection, energy conservation, quality and other regulatory requirements. The Director will manage installation of complex and large-scale automation projects including the development of SOWs, testing and acceptance criteria, and project management of construction. Travel is approximately 35% and as needed to lead and support engineering vision at plants and distribution centers.

The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperature and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. May occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The salary range for this role is $200,000 $230,000 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link's Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link's provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.