Job Description

Krones designs, develops, manufactures, and installs both machines and complete packaging lines. We have become one of the leading system suppliers for breweries and beverage producers as well as for the food, chemical and cosmetics industries. Our 16,000 employees worldwide strive for innovation and detail and ensure that each customer receives the best quality in product and service.

We are currently looking for candidates who want to make a difference and who wish to be part of our dynamic organization in the US. Krones Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Site Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Communicate relevant project, team, and company information in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage company resources through effective and appropriate use and maintenance of equipment, tools, supplies, phones and energy
• Maximize cost efficiencies and institute operational measures to adjust utilization of staff and materials to actual workload
• Administer project budget controls to assure conformity and promote fiscal responsibility
• Establish effective customer contacts and coordinate all verbal and written correspondence between Krones and customers
• Assist and advise customers in resolving problems
• Direct and coordinate all phases of project management for assigned projects
• Perform a variety of project management tasks in the design and planning, manufacturing and procurement, project execution and closeout phases for Turnkey projects
• Coordinate with customers, sales, design, manufacturing, testing, installation/service, start-up, and follow-up
• Provide continuous supervision of project to meet schedule, quality, and budget requirements; establish and maintain the master schedule for the line/project
• Coordinate site activities
• Remain on-site for the duration of project execution phase
• Responsible for cost management, change management, warranty management and resource management of the project
• Develop and maintain project schedules using appropriate management software
• Ensure that project budget and cost analysis include any changes or modifications as the project develops
• Provide progress reports (internal and external) as directed
• Issue manufacturer detail specifications for third party vendors
• Evaluate suppliers
• Develop specifications, issue purchase requisitions, negotiate terms and conditions, review submittals, and integrate equipment into the system
• Coordinate all Krones internal departments and local RSM to provide Krones equipment that meets customer specifications and integrates with other third-party equipment
• Obtain and distribute test materials
• Set up and maintain an efficient filling and retrieval system to record all important project documentation.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering and 3 years of experience as a Service Technician/Engineer or Site Manager in the manufacturing industry. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, the Employer will accept a high school diploma and 5 years of experience as a Service Technician/Engineer or Site Manager in the manufacturing industry. In addition, the following specific skills are required:

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

• 3 years of experience (5 years with high school diploma) in a mechanical/electrical leadership role structured around project management including assessing and analyzing project situations;
• 3 years of experience (5 years with a high school diploma) with project scheduling software (Excel, MS Project, or Primavera) and spreadsheet software, in a windows environment; and,
• 3 years of experience reading blueprints, along with mechanical skills such as, drilling, tapping, cutting or filing.

Travel: Requires extensive travel (nearly constant – up to 100%) both domestic and foreign up to 6 weeks at a time.

This position is based at our North American Headquarters in Franklin, Wisconsin, but Site Managers have the ability to work remotely anywhere within the United States.

Minimum 40 hours/week

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and other factors permitted by law. The base salary range is $95,000 - $129,000. There are bonus opportunities, however, these bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and company performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; a 401(k) program which includes up to a 5% company match; paid time off; paid holidays; and more.

Krones, Inc. offers an outstanding opportunity to be involved with and challenged by leading-edge technologies, further career opportunities to learn and develop skills, a flexible work schedule and a competitive salary and benefits program. Our Krones Benefits program includes a generous health/dental/vision package, and 401(k) program in addition to other benefits. Please submit your resume.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below:

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