About the Role
This role leads the implementation and ongoing advancement of Manufacturing Data Enablement (MDE) utilizing SafetyChain software, serving as the primary point of contact for system deployment, adoption, and performance across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead implementation efforts for new plant manufacturing data enablement (MDE) technology utilizing SafetyChain software, coordinating the implementation team, preparing plant forms, and identifying key data for trending and reporting.
- Conduct risk mitigation of system failure by reviewing maturity scorecards from each facility and providing support to lagging plants to ensure full facility implementation across the enterprise.
- Develop system maturity by maintaining a relationship with the MDE vendor to ensure Hormel continues to improve the MDE system and leverage its capabilities for business results.
- Assist with the management and implementation of all QC related programs and systems enterprise wide, including tactical systems such as Global Vision, SharePoint, QCOC, IQS, and PolicyTech.
- Create and maintain SOPs, training, and other documentation related to running QC technology systems.
- Collaborate with the Business Architect group for Supply Chain and IT to develop and create solutions for Quality Management System (QMS) projects.
- Develop training and assist with the implementation of any new software solutions deployed through the Quality Management System Team.
- Troubleshoot technology/user interface issues at plant sites by working with IT and replicating on the system.
- Test and validate data on the various systems the Quality Systems Team oversees.
- Provide end-user feedback on new system technology development.
- Extensive travel required during the 2-year initial implementation phase of the project (60-70%). Once initial implementation is completed, some travel required for development and training (30-40%) as needed.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- A record of successful experience in plant food safety and quality activities.
- Experience in leading projects to successful conclusions.
- Experience with FSQ systems (IQS, QCOC, Global Vision).
- Demonstrated pattern of initiative and leadership.
- Ability to influence without direct authority.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, public speaking, and project management skills.
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills including aptitude in Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint.
- Minimum of four years FSQ supervisor, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
- Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Extensive travel required during the 2-year initial implementation phase of the project (60-70%). Once initial implementation is completed, some travel required for development and training (30-40%) as needed.
- DMAIC Orange Belt, Green Belt, A3 or similar certifications (Preferred).
- Experience with implementation of SafetyChain software (Preferred).
Skills
- SafetyChain software
- Manufacturing Data Enablement (MDE)
- Global Vision
- SharePoint
- QCOC
- IQS
- PolicyTech
- Excel
- Word
- Visio
- PowerPoint
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
Location
- Austin, MN
- Willmar, MN
- Remote Work (Approval Required)
Work Type
- Full-time
- Remote
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Minimum of four years FSQ supervisor, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain or equivalent experience
- Senior FSQ Corporate Staff Engineer – Systems Improvement (potential title based on experience)
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Salary/Compensations
- $89,500-$137,325 per year
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus bonus
- Annual merit increase performance reviews
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Non-contributory pension
- 401(k) immediate eligible
- Stock purchase plan
- Relocation assistance
- Paid vacation
- FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees
About the Company
- Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue.
- Brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands.
- The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats.
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best companies to work for.
- Recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s most responsible companies.
- Recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies.
- Received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts.
Equal Opportunity
- Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
