Mycoworks Inc
Plant Engineering Director Union, South Carolina
Mycoworks Inc, Union, South Carolina, United States, 29379
We’re on a journey to Grow the Future of Materials. How? By unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future.We’re seeking passionate learners to join us in pioneering a materials revolution and creating an epic place to work. MycoWorks offers competitive equity and benefits programs to support the health, well-being, and financial empowerment of all our employees.We root our relationships with our partners and one another in our core values: Be Mycelial, Cultivate Quality, and Grow the Future, and we're committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. Women, gender expansive individuals, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Job Summary:We are
seeking an experienced engineering leader to fill the role of Plant Engineering Director within the MycoWorks Engineering Team. This role will report to the Vice President of Engineering and will be based in Union, South Carolina, the site of our future state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This is a key leadership role within the company and will work collaboratively with both Process Development and Production Operations to develop and scale new manufacturing systems, equipment automation solutions, and process reliability improvements to increase manufacturing capacity and meet market demand. A strong track record of leading engineering teams, managing direct reports, and delivering capital projects in manufacturing environments are crucial for this role.Responsibilities:Manage a team of 6-8 engineers that is responsible for designing, building, and commissioning a greenfield production site to support future manufacturing operations for the company.Lead strategic technology development and manufacturing automation efforts associated with the design, construction, and startup of a high-volume manufacturing site.Coach engineering team members in the design, testing, and validation of capital process equipment across multiple manufacturing technologies and various unit operations.Partner cross-functionally with product research, process development, and manufacturing operations teams to implement strategic process changes that deliver product quality improvements, process reliability upgrades, and production throughput increases.Drive the company vision via the development and execution of engineering strategies and manufacturing masterplans, including developing both long-term strategic goals as well as near-term tactical goals.Ensure the successful ongoing delivery of key engineering metrics including schedule adherence, budget control, resource management, and risk mitigation across multiple capital projects.Guide project teams through the creation of robust design requirements, risk assessments, installation specifications, and commissioning plans for new manufacturing equipment.Manage relations / expectations with key third-party vendors including design firms, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors to ensure the successful delivery of capital projects.Implement the MycoWay engineering work process to support the successful delivery of engineering projects across the company.Build a culture of personal accountability and high performance within the site engineering team and support direct reports in their ongoing personal development and career progression objectives.Qualifications:BS/MS in EngineeringManufacturing Industry Experience (12+ Years - Preferably Food/Beverage, Consumer Products, or Similar High-Volume Industries)Engineering Leadership Experience (8+ Years Managing Engineering Teams & Direct Reports)Expertise in Design for Manufacturing & Lean Manufacturing MethodologiesExperience Executing Large Capital Projects & Greenfield Plant BuildsComprehensive Analytical & Problem Solving SkillsStrong Planning & Decision Making CapabilityProject Management Certification (Strong Scheduling, Budgeting, & Resourcing Skills)Physical DemandFrequencyStand or Sit (stationary position)Frequently to ConstantlyWalk (move/traverse)Occasionally to FrequentlyDexterity (use hands/fingers to handle/feel)Frequently to ConstantlyClimb (stairs/ladders) or BalanceSeldom to OccasionallySeldom to OccasionallyTalk/Hear (communicate/convey/discern)Frequently to ConstantlySee (observe/identify/inspect/perceive/assess)Frequently to ConstantlyLift, Carry, Push, Pull (move/transport/install/remove)Up to 25 lbs, Occasionally to Frequently / Up to 50 lbs, Seldom to OccasionallyExposure to Work EnvironmentsWorking near loud machinery, Occasionally to FrequentlyMycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees. Our benefits include:Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employeesEquityOptional insurance coverage for partners and dependentsFSA AccountsFree Personal Health AdvocateGenerous PTO policyPaid parental leavePaid holidays beyond the traditional401(k) programMycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.This employment is contingent upon receiving applicable background check results, including drug screening, that meet standards based upon the job duties and business necessity, as well as passing a degree or license verification required for the position.#LI-JSIn our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. 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seeking an experienced engineering leader to fill the role of Plant Engineering Director within the MycoWorks Engineering Team. This role will report to the Vice President of Engineering and will be based in Union, South Carolina, the site of our future state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This is a key leadership role within the company and will work collaboratively with both Process Development and Production Operations to develop and scale new manufacturing systems, equipment automation solutions, and process reliability improvements to increase manufacturing capacity and meet market demand. A strong track record of leading engineering teams, managing direct reports, and delivering capital projects in manufacturing environments are crucial for this role.Responsibilities:Manage a team of 6-8 engineers that is responsible for designing, building, and commissioning a greenfield production site to support future manufacturing operations for the company.Lead strategic technology development and manufacturing automation efforts associated with the design, construction, and startup of a high-volume manufacturing site.Coach engineering team members in the design, testing, and validation of capital process equipment across multiple manufacturing technologies and various unit operations.Partner cross-functionally with product research, process development, and manufacturing operations teams to implement strategic process changes that deliver product quality improvements, process reliability upgrades, and production throughput increases.Drive the company vision via the development and execution of engineering strategies and manufacturing masterplans, including developing both long-term strategic goals as well as near-term tactical goals.Ensure the successful ongoing delivery of key engineering metrics including schedule adherence, budget control, resource management, and risk mitigation across multiple capital projects.Guide project teams through the creation of robust design requirements, risk assessments, installation specifications, and commissioning plans for new manufacturing equipment.Manage relations / expectations with key third-party vendors including design firms, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors to ensure the successful delivery of capital projects.Implement the MycoWay engineering work process to support the successful delivery of engineering projects across the company.Build a culture of personal accountability and high performance within the site engineering team and support direct reports in their ongoing personal development and career progression objectives.Qualifications:BS/MS in EngineeringManufacturing Industry Experience (12+ Years - Preferably Food/Beverage, Consumer Products, or Similar High-Volume Industries)Engineering Leadership Experience (8+ Years Managing Engineering Teams & Direct Reports)Expertise in Design for Manufacturing & Lean Manufacturing MethodologiesExperience Executing Large Capital Projects & Greenfield Plant BuildsComprehensive Analytical & Problem Solving SkillsStrong Planning & Decision Making CapabilityProject Management Certification (Strong Scheduling, Budgeting, & Resourcing Skills)Physical DemandFrequencyStand or Sit (stationary position)Frequently to ConstantlyWalk (move/traverse)Occasionally to FrequentlyDexterity (use hands/fingers to handle/feel)Frequently to ConstantlyClimb (stairs/ladders) or BalanceSeldom to OccasionallySeldom to OccasionallyTalk/Hear (communicate/convey/discern)Frequently to ConstantlySee (observe/identify/inspect/perceive/assess)Frequently to ConstantlyLift, Carry, Push, Pull (move/transport/install/remove)Up to 25 lbs, Occasionally to Frequently / Up to 50 lbs, Seldom to OccasionallyExposure to Work EnvironmentsWorking near loud machinery, Occasionally to FrequentlyMycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees. Our benefits include:Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employeesEquityOptional insurance coverage for partners and dependentsFSA AccountsFree Personal Health AdvocateGenerous PTO policyPaid parental leavePaid holidays beyond the traditional401(k) programMycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.This employment is contingent upon receiving applicable background check results, including drug screening, that meet standards based upon the job duties and business necessity, as well as passing a degree or license verification required for the position.#LI-JSIn our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. We are dedicated to facilitating a comfortable and accessible experience for all candidates, and will work with you to ensure your needs are met.Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfWere you referred by a MycoWorks employee? If yes, please tell us who and list one name only.Are you currently eligible to work in the United States of America? *
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For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.As set forth in MycoWorks’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.Select...Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
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We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp .How do you know if you have a disability?
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability.
Disabilities include, but are not limited to:Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDSBlind or low visionCancer (past or present)Cardiovascular or heart diseaseCeliac diseaseCerebral palsyDeaf or serious difficulty hearingDiabetesDisfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disordersEpilepsy or other seizure disorderGastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndromeIntellectual or developmental disabilityMental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSDMissing limbs or partially missing limbsMobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supportsNervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilitiesPartial or complete paralysis (any cause)Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysemaShort stature (dwarfism)Traumatic brain injury
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