Manager II, Process Engineering bei Grande

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy," Grande  is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com. 

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits

• Low-cost onsite health clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two-year mentorship program.
• Relaxation rooms (based on location).
• Coffee and gelato bar (based on location).
• Paid Paternal Leave.
• State of the art corporate building: https://www.grande.com/careers/#office
• Hybrid work schedule offering (3 days in office and 2 days remote).  

Why Fond du Lac?

In Fond du Lac (FDL) you get the full four-season experience – warm in the summer with highs reaching into the 80s and plenty of sunshine for golf, biking, camping and live music under the open sky, and brisk air in the winter with average temps in the 20s and ample snow for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and winter festivals. The greater FDL area (population 43,000) is easy to get around and roughly an hour drive to almost all major metros in the state (Milwaukee, Madison and Fox Cities/Green Bay). We’ve been rated “Top 100” in job growth among small U.S. metro areas. Additionally, our cost of living is 4% below the national average and you’ll pay 21% less for housing, rent and property taxes compared to the rest of the country. From wonderful educational partners (public and private K12 schools and three local colleges/universities), a plethora of things to do/see, and a vibrant business and commerce community…learn more about how you can call Fond du Lac, HOME!

Job Summary

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for driving innovation and mentoring high-performing teams? We’re seeking a Manager II, Process Engineering to lead and inspire a team of Engineers in delivering complex projects, capital plans, and strategic initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with deep technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a strong track record of coaching and developing talent.

As a recognized expert in process engineering, you’ll oversee the design, development, and implementation of advanced manufacturing systems and equipment. You’ll play a critical role in shaping engineering strategy, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across our Enterprise at Grande. 

What you need to be considered for the role:

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in a related Engineering discipline required.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of related engineering experience required.
• Must have experience working with food processing facility and equipment design.
• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, OSHA and environmental regulations, codes, and standards.
• Highly skilled in troubleshooting, diagnosing problems and recommending improvements.
• Strong planning and prioritization skills, innovation, multi-tasking, goal setting, analytical skills, adaptable, continuously looking to raise the bar for progress.
• Ability to understand, influence, drive, and negotiate with internal and external customers.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Advanced PC skills including Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and Engineering and design
  software.
• Advanced knowledge in mathematical concepts such as fractions, ratios, value analysis, thermodynamics, to resolve engineering designs and problems.
• Must be willing to travel to other Grande facilities 80-90% of the time. 

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Project management certification and/or Professional Engineering license preferred.