Refresco · 15 hours ago
Plant Engineer
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRefresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, aiming to put their drinks on every table. The Plant Engineer will oversee on-site activities during capital project execution, ensuring adherence to company specifications and providing technical support during major breakdowns.
Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageFood Processing
Responsibilities
Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF)
Actively manage all on-site (3rd party) personnel activities over the course of Refresco projects. This will include OEM technicians, contractors, and potentially internal Refresco personnel
Ensure safe, timely execution of all tasks
Coordinate daily and weekly needs, activities of on-site contractors, OEM personnel, and plant personnel
Monitor and observe activities for efficient and safe behavior with all trades (mechanical/rigging, electrical, welding and piping, demolition, underground plumbing (including saw cutting, excavation, proper pipe falls and drain installation), concrete and steel work)
Assist with service and utility routing (piping, electrical ladder) and location (machinery & equipment, centerlines) verification as needed
Document, track, manage, and close out installation- and OEM-related punch list items throughout the install and initial startup
Ensure compliance with all Refresco specifications and expectations
Manage all on-site day-to-day activities over the course of project execution
Communicate to team and external parties daily progress tracking to schedule/project plan, daily (end of day) report, daily punch list update
Ensure that all designs and activities comply with all applicable codes, regulations and standards; OSHA, NEC, State/local, and other safety guidelines and maintains company drawings and technical records
Lead all communication with plant personnel and/or stakeholders throughout the execution of the project
Diagnose machinery or equipment malfunctions using modern testing instruments, supporting plant troubleshooting as needed
Lead technical resolutions for capital projects, addressing issues during execution or ramp-up
Prepare close-out documents, including as-built drawings, manuals, and other required materials per the close-out checklist
Execute small-scale projects by managing budgets, schedules, and engaging contractors and OEM resources as needed
Assess vendor proposals to ensure compliance with construction requirements
Negotiate contracts and agreements in coordination with procurement
Conduct regular site inspections, safety training, audits, and inductions
Align project schedules and budgets with PMO/PM for efficient execution
Develop, implement, and sustain the site's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Management System, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and continuous improvement practices
Ensure full compliance with applicable local, state, and federal EHS regulations, including but not limited to OSHA and EPA requirements, through proactive monitoring, audits, and corrective actions
Manage and maintain all environmental permits, ensuring timely renewals, accurate reporting, and strict adherence to permit conditions and regulatory obligations
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of and ability to ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, state/local, and other safety guidelines
Skill in utilizing root-cause analysis to investigate breakdowns and line stoppages while collaborating on solutions
Ability to manage site access, logistics, and coordination of utilities and services
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently
Skilled in initiating, compiling, analyzing, and delivering accurate reports
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Capable of handling confidential information with discretion
Strong verbal and written interpersonal skills
Minimum 5 years of project and site management experience in fast-paced manufacturing
Preferred
PMP certification, engineering degree, and experience in automation and controls systems preferred
Strong multi-trade knowledge to assess schedule progress, workload, manpower, and materials
Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and related tools for project updates and reporting
Effective verbal and written communication skills for contractor coordination and progress reporting
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
10 Vacation Days and 5 Paid (Sick) Time Off Days
Well-being Benefit
Discount and Total Reward Programs
Company
Refresco
Refresco is a global independent beverage solutions provider offering a wide range of products and packaging options.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$432.76M2024-07-29Debt Financing· $432.76M
2022-02-22Acquired
2015-03-27IPO
Leadership Team
Aart Duijzer
Founder & CFO
Vincent Delozière
Chief Commercial Officer / ExCom member
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