Sr Manager, Packaging Project Manager

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

With nearly $3B 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.

job purpose: To lead the operations readiness function of the Packaging Workstream in fairlifes new greedfield facility in Webster, NY

responsibilities:

• serves as single point of contact for Op's readiness across Packaging (Blowing, Filling, Inspection systems, sleeving, case packing, palletizer and stretch wrapper)
• ownership & management of the interface between Op's & Engineering workstreams
  • represent operations in design requirements, close outstanding design /scope items, ensure ops customers satisfied through design sign off
  • support identification of scope gaps between engineering disciplines
  • build quality interface
  • co-ordinate Op's involvement and feedback in any factory acceptance testing. Ensure this is completed to an acceptable standard
  • FD & HMI / SCADA review
  • FMEA & HAZOP (if required)
  • supports Op's training workstream in identifying and coordinating any OEM offered training
  • ensures resources, consumables & any 3rd party services are available when required to support commissioning
  • ensures operators are available and trained to an acceptable standard to support commissioning and startup as required
  • ensures recipes & MMI's finalized and issued (if applicable)
  • snag list (manage and centralize op's feedback / requests / coordinate ops sign-off)
  • identify the need for any embedded OEM resources post start-up and coordinate between supplier and op's
  • tracking of critical plant cost drivers as the plant stabilizes and benchmark against existing sites and contract guarantees
    • packaging material yield
    • utility consumption
    • chemical consumption
    • equipment reliability
  • key op's representative through PAT & contract close out. Ensures performance testing is carried out in a replicable environment and qualifications are met in full

• coordination of all Op's enablers that impact packaging to ensure they are delivered on time and to Op's expectations
  • operators & supervisors are recruited on time and trained to expectations
  • quality systems & processes (incl Labs) are scoped, developed and ready for production
  • plant areas are safe, risks identified & mitigated, systems and processes in place to keep people safe
  • CMMS database is populated accurately, critical PM routines loaded and spare parts onsite
  • L4 Enterprise and L3 MES systems are scoped, developed, integrated and tested (incl all critical management processes)
  • KPI reports are scoped and developed
  • any procurement (Direct and Indirect) needs identified, scoped and executed within plan
  • any regulatory requirements are planned and approved for start-up

• in partnership with op's leads, support any minor project work not covered by engineering scope
  • fitout of packaging areas (workstations, tools, work aids, waste management)
  • locations of visual displays and cameras
  • any misc. equipment required by Op's

• ensure the master integrated timeline (engineering and Op's enablers) is accurate with sufficient allowances for tasks and all interdependencies aligned
• ensure all GT "Best Practice" recommendations are worked through and included in workstream scope across people, systems and processes
• project manager of commissioning and startup between upstream and downstream processes in partnership with Op's startup leads
  • incorporating all OEM requests (time, resources, materials)
  • phasing of line / equipment start-up (risks / safety, interdependencies, resourcing)
  • updating planning and supply chain on progress and medium range plan & likely performance

• monthly reporting to internal steerco

skills/qualifications required:

• Engineering Degree and expertise in Aseptic PET blow molding and filling equipment and manufacturing processes
• 5+ years' experience in project management, technical roles or commercializing associated with starting new Aseptic PET Blow molding & Filling lines
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

working conditions and physical requirements:

• Plant based location
• Factory floor as needed

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location: Webster, NY

reports to:

travel requirements: 50% initially (2-3 months), reducing to
exempt/nonexempt:

*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Base pay range:

$140,000-$160,000 USD

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 [redacted].