Engineering Project Manager

$77,400 - $107,000/Yr

Henkel - Brandon, SD

Full-time - Mid Level

Brandon, SD

10,001+ employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Engineering Project Manager at Henkel is responsible for managing a variety of facility and site projects at the Brandon facility. This role involves defining project scopes, ensuring timelines are met within budget, and collaborating with Henkel personnel at all levels to deliver projects safely while achieving the facility's safety, infrastructure, growth, and cost-saving objectives. The position requires a strong focus on project management fundamentals and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage multiple small and large projects in coordination with the Corp Engineering NA team and across the Brandon facility.
• Review, track, manage, and communicate program/project performance with the site leadership team.
• Define and lead a common projects governance framework including relevant dashboards and reporting systems for all projects across the Brandon facility.
• Support the organizational strategy by driving key transformational initiatives into clear and structured projects to deliver stated process functionality and business objectives.
• Ensure programs/projects have a business case, charter, and defined benefits that support the Brandon site.
• Serve as a ‘Change Agent' to drive adherence to best-in-class project management fundamentals and successfully achieve project goals.
• Manage the day-to-day project activities and resources and chair the project management team meetings.
• Lead and support process safety requirements such as Basic and Detailed Risk Assessments, HAZOP, MOC, PSSR, LOPA, SIS, PSI, etc.
• Monitor, track and control outcomes, resolve issues/conflicts, dependencies, and critical path.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, or BS in Construction/Operations Management.
• 5 years of experience executing projects in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of process control skills, including strategy development and implementation.
• Project management skills including Gantt charts, timelines, budgeting, and accountability for self and others.
• Familiarity with Federal, State & Local building, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proficient in spreadsheet, databases, 3D Modeling Software, MS Project, MS Office, etc.
• SAP experience or a desire to learn is required.
• Proven ability to define problems by collecting and analyzing data, establish facts, and develop valid actionable conclusions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Familiarity with automotive growth markets.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Performance bonus incentives
• Wellness programs
• Childcare benefits
• Employee recognition programs