Capital Projects Manager - Remote - Midwest

Job Summary

This position will be a key resource in developing and completing manufacturing process improvement projects, including lean manufacturing implementation and capital improvement projects at locations in the Midwest Region. These improvement projects will increase profitability, throughput, and quality; improving the Region's competitive position. This person should be self‑motivated and able to work effectively in a decentralized and matrixed team environment. This position will work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Environmental Health and Safety.

This is a remote position; candidates must be located in the upper‑midwest region.

• Lead identification, development and execution of capital improvement projects within Regional business operations.
• As appropriate, solicit proposals from vendors or contractors to address capital project requirements and specifications.
• Together with operations teams evaluate proposals received.
• Capital write‑ups.
• Build out ROI in central region plants.
• Work with permitting agencies to obtain all necessary national, state, and local permits.
• Prepare and keep updated an overall project schedule.
• Oversee detailed design, drafting and engineering.
• Review and approve drawing submittals as required.
• Approve all commitments and expenditures related to the assigned project. Track project costs to assure compliance with established budget.
• Work with Regional Sourcing Manager to prepare purchase order contracts for major vendors, engineers, and contractors. Assist procurement in monitoring compliance with specified terms and conditions of the contracts.
• Ensure all on‑site activities are completed safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct periodic project review meetings as necessary to coordinate project activities with other site activities.
• Monitor and oversee all on‑site construction activities.
• Oversee system check‑out, testing, training, and commissioning.
• Manage punch list completion for project close‑out.
• Conduct performance testing, as applicable.
• Establish close working relationships with manufacturing personnel to ensure safety, quality, and productivity requirements are met by providing technical training and technical assistance.
• Facilitate communication forums for plant‑based subject matter experts and provide technical assistance to plant management and engineering staff who will manage non‑major projects.
• Ensure that the policies, practices, and equipment running in plants comply with the Operational Excellence framework and best practices.
• Identify and manage innovation opportunities for operations.
• Lead preparation of assigned capital project white papers and scopes in cooperation with local and business leadership teams.
• Administer standards for next‑level plant design that support long‑term commercial strategies.
• Lead hyper‑care of large capital projects to ensure a seamless transition into plant operations.
• Identify and support sustainability opportunities inside operations.
• Work with Engineering, Operations, Safety, and Quality on new equipment LOTO procedures and practices.
• Develop and execute standard processes to evaluate, procure, assess, and install new plant equipment.
• Conduct operational audits as requested by your manager.

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• In‑depth knowledge and practical experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies to support continuous production operations.
• Quality control/maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Track record of achieving positive results using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and experience with ERP/MRP systems and project management tools.
• Effective team builder and leader with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team within a highly matrixed environment.
• Ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge and experience with project management software programs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• $90–110K base salary with additional 10% yearly bonus available.
• 401(k) plan / group…