Manager, Plant Engineering

Manager, Plant EngineeringAt Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values"We Care. We Work. We Win."we create a culture where every voice matters, and every idea drives progress. Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we're turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of. Create a new future. Apply today.Primary purpose of the position: Manages the plant engineering function as directed.Essential responsibilities include maintaining a safe and secure work environment, supporting development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the food safety system, directing and coordinating the activities of the plant engineering function, establishing and monitoring the plant tooling control and change control systems, estimating and preparing budgets and AFEs for plant projects, directing constant communication with group engineering, establishing a program to ensure control of M & R and tooling inventories, directing information to the plant manager, department heads, group manufacturing engineer, and group engineering, directing necessary level of contact with state and local agencies, directing and managing projects related to equipment and building modification and/or repair, assisting plant environmental manager to ensure that the plant maintains compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulatory requirements, monitoring utility costs and instituting methods for conservation, ensuring the facility is properly maintained for safety and housekeeping, maintaining positive relations with local bargaining unit ensuring a high level of productivity, looking at ways to improve spoilage in all areas, establishing and maintaining an effective telecommunications environment, preparing bid packages, negotiating contracts, and supervising contractor/vendor work at the facility, initiating, reviewing, masters, and following all standard operating procedures, establishing and maintaining an employee relations climate of trust and confidence, establishing and maintaining effective work relationships within the department, the division, the group, and the company.While the regular working cycle of this position is usually 5 days on (Monday-Friday), this job may include working weekends (Saturday and Sunday); working hours may vary as specified by management. Incumbent must be able to work overtime on a regular basis and/or be on call as directed by management. Maintains an awareness and complies with hazardous waste management and other environmental management requirements in the workplace by attending scheduled training sessions. Communicates with the emergency coordinator regarding environmental management activities. Understands and responds effectively to EC directions during emergencies by being familiar with emergency procedures, equipment, and systems, as necessary. Implements contingency plan to the level required by the position. Understands, completes, and maintains environmental documentation for which the individual is trained, or as directed by the EC (i.e., inspections, labeling, record keeping, maintenance of equipment, etc.). Reports to the EC on the status of assigned responsibilities. Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment. Recognizes waste streams and minimizes waste generation, through prudent use of materials, proper disposal and segregation as directed during training or by the EC. Understands and practices proper accumulation and storage requirements for wastes. Complies with environmental regulations when using, dispensing, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes.Professional & Education Qualification: Broad training in a related field usually acquired through college or work-related experience. Job related experience for 4 year(s) minimum. Skills: Ability to apply intensive and diversified evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard plant engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner. Performs such individual assignments as management may direct. Ability to negotiate with contractors for facilities/buildings maintenance. Must maintain professional competence, ethical integrity, knowledge, and skills. Knowledge: Working knowledge of the following areas: engineering principles, practices, nomenclature, and procedures; company policies, procedures, and products; generally accepted managerial practices and procedures; business principles, legal practices, customer needs and expectations. Must follow company policies, procedures, practices, and standards of conduct as outlined in the Ball Corporation manuals. Other Requirements: Works in both office and manufacturing environments. This position is exposed to occupational hazards, including but not limited to, high noise levels, physical obstacles, exposure to chemicals, etc. Must wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.Compensation & Benefits: Expected Hiring Salary Range: $115,000, - $164,000 (Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.) This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan. Please visit our "Total Rewards" page to learn more about Ball's comprehensive benefits structure. Onsite Work Environment: This position is based in Fort Worth, TX and requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required. Relocation may be available.Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic.