Engineering Program Management Specialist - Greenfield Manufacturing

at fairlife, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With nearly $2B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s 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 fairlife.com .

Fairlife and The Coca Cola company have recently announced the investment of $670M in a new aseptic greenfield manufacturing site in Rochester NY that will be operational by the end of 2025.

job purpose :

The purpose of this role is to support in the delivery of major manufacturing capacity upgrade projects, typically greenfield in nature starting with the Rochester NY facility.

This role will facilitate the Project Principal in developing and maintaining all critical project management systems and tools to deliver the project within scope, budget, schedule and to the expectations of internal stakeholders and business goals and objectives. They will ensure all workstream’s implement these systems and tools consistently and integrate within master budgets, timelines, risk controls and reporting schedules.

Responsibilities:

+ Develop and implement project management processes, methodologies and tools tailored to large greenfield food and beverage construction/manufacturing projects.

+ A specific focus on timeline, budget, scope, risk and procurement management

+ Monitor and uphold project management standards, tools, and templates to support project teams in executing successful dairy construction and processing projects.

+ Provide leadership, guidance, and support to project managers / workstream leaders and teams throughout the project lifecycle.

+ Monitor workstream progress, budgets, and schedules to ensure overall adherence to project goals and objectives.

+ Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables. Ensure these deliverables are satisfied by project outcomes

+ Be central repository to all budget and schedule detail for projects.

+ Develop routines and processes to capture key project milestones in PMO365 and Microsoft Planner.

+ Maintain a risk register and mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges and obstacles.

+ Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality control measures throughout project execution.

+ Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and operational teams to drive project alignment and integration.

+ Prepare and present project status reports, updates, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.

+ Auditing and reporting compliance with project management processes and policies, analyzing gaps and implementing corrective improvement solutions to improve.

+ Provide solutions throughout the project lifecycle to potential delays and cost overruns if they were to exist.

skills/qualifications required:

+ A bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management or related field along with certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) are required. Other certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are an advantage.

+ 10 years’ experience leading Project/Program Management Activities in highly regulated large (>100M USD) CPG Greenfield projects

+ Ability to handle ambiguity, learn quickly and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

+ Project Management Expertise: Strong knowledge and experience in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques. Familiarity with project lifecycle, planning, fiscal management, risk management, and resource allocation.

+ Manufacturing Experience: In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, operations, and best practices. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, workforce design, recruitment, and development principles, change management, continuous improvement methodologies (such as Six Sigma), and experience in optimizing manufacturing operations.

+ Operational Knowledge: A solid understanding of operational management practices, including supply chain management, logistics, inventory control, quality management, and production planning.

+ Leadership and Management Skills: Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams, set project objectives, and drive results. Effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills are essential. Experience in managing stakeholders, both internal and external, is important.

+ Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making. Ability to analyze complex situations, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.

+ Change Management: Experience in managing and leading organizational change initiatives. Knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and the ability to effectively communicate and gain buy-in from stakeholders.

+ Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant technical aspects of manufacturing and operations, such as equipment, technology, automation, and industry-specific regulations or standards.

+ Familiarity with Permitting processes, external stakeholder management and public relations.

+ Regulatory compliance as it relates to a greenfield manufacturing site build.

+ Project Safety Champion and Leader.

+ Business Acumen: A strong understanding of business objectives and the ability to align project initiatives with overall business strategy.

+ Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in both project management and manufacturing/operations.

position location: Chicago or Rochester NY

reports to : Sr. Director of Engineering

travel requirements: Up to 60%

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, 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 careers@fairlife.com .