Head of Operations Engineering
Listed on 2025-12-27
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Manager, Operations Engineer, Process Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Manager, Operations Engineer
Overview
Head of Operations Engineering – Morgantown, WV
Location:
Morgantown, WV
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About Impact Recruiting Solutions: Impact Recruiting Solutions partners with leading manufacturing and production companies to connect top-tier engineering talent with transformative career opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with roles that drive operational excellence and innovation.
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Head of Operations Engineering to lead engineering initiatives at a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage manufacturing facility. This strategic leadership role requires a results-driven professional with 10+ years of experience in food production engineering, capital project management, and continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities- Strategic Leadership
- Oversee Cap Ex budgets, engineering projects, and facility expansions
- Implement process improvements to reduce downtime and boost efficiency
- Operational Excellence
- Ensure compliance with SQF, FDA, and food safety standards
- Coordinate production schedules and planned shutdowns
- Team Development
- Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of engineers and technical staff
- Drive training and cross-training initiatives
- Innovation & Compliance
- Evaluate and implement new technologies for process optimization
- Maintain engineering drawings, equipment specs, and vendor contracts
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (required)
- MBA preferred
- 10+ years engineering experience in manufacturing
- 5-7 years managing capital projects and budgets
- Food/beverage industry experience (
GMP, FDA, PMO standards
) - Aseptic manufacturing/packaging experience (
strongly preferred
)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, ERP/MES systems
- Ability to create P&IDs and process maps
- Strong CMMS (Upkeep) experience
- Excellent team management and cross-functional collaboration
- Proven problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary + performance-based bonus potential
- Comprehensive Benefits: Generous Benefits Package
- Work Schedule: Full-time with flexibility for strategic planning needs
- Professional Growth: Leadership development programs and opportunities to pioneer cutting-edge manufacturing processes
- Impactful Work: Directly shape the efficiency and innovation of a state-of-the-art aseptic beverage facility
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