Director, Value Engineering

• Administers an engineering division utilizing skills based on technical competence and expertise judgment
• Ensures that sound-technical engineering concepts are applied
• Establishes team’s annual goals and implements and coordinates plans to ensure they are completed within costs, on schedule and other associated objectives
• Develops operating budget to achieve Operations goals and objectives
• Responsible for formulating and recommending engineering policies and technical work in accordance with project objectives
• Advises appropriate personnel of the latest technical and engineering developments
• Cooperates with the Production and Quality Control Departments in preparing production and process designs
• and in establishing uniform specifications for materials and equipment
• Provides engineering services to other departments as required
• Prepares short and long term engineering plans and programs for design, construction or alteration of activities
• Hires, retains, and develops a high performance team
• holds associates accountable for achieving annual performance goals
• Manages employees utilizing Human Resources processes, including performance reviews and performance expectations, IDP’s, work responsibilities, top grading, etc.
• Follows all company policies/practices
• Directly supervises employees
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance to the Company policies, the Code of Ethical Business Conduct and applicable laws
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees
• planning, assigning and directing work
• appraising performance
• rewarding and disciplining employees
• addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Travel up to 35% of the time

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent from a college or university in engineering
• 7 to 10 years related experience and/or training
• or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in engineering
• Ability to direct, motivate, and manage direct reports and cross functional teams
• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Possess analytical, logical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook are required
• Ability to work cohesively with all levels of internal and external customers
• ability to communicate across functional and multicultural lines
• Possess strong organizational, written and verbal communication, problem solving and time management skills
• Possess ability to multi-task and manage many responsibilities and projects at one time
• Able to review and write capital fund requests for changes generating or sustaining improvements in cost, quality and/or delivery
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals
• Employ advanced program and project management tools, solutions and techniques
• Solve problems and make tactical and strategic decisions for all assigned responsibilities
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or PeopleSoft
• Understand FMEA process
• Understanding of lean principles and problem-solving techniques
• Familiar with manufacturing systems, material flow, and associated processes
• Familiar with Six Sigma and/or principles in statistical control
• Metal Fabrication / Industry Knowledge
• Wood Processing / Fabrication / Industry Knowledge
• ASQ, ASME, or similar professional organization member relating to engineering and design

MBA or similar master’s degree preferred

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• prescription coverage
• short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement