Project Manager, Engineering

TreeHouse Foods

. Lead capital and technical initiatives that improve plant reliability, capacity, safety, and efficiency across multiple facilities .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,700 - $160,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in capital project management within the food manufacturing industry, focusing on improving plant reliability, efficiency, and compliance with safety standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects while driving measurable improvements in key performance indicators.

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Capital Project ManagementFood Manufacturing OperationsSanitary Equipment DesignStakeholder InfluenceProject Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Project Scope DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisCost Reduction StrategiesContinuous ImprovementTechnical Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCross-Functional CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeERP SystemsSAP

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Food Safety StandardsPlant ReliabilityCapital BudgetsSustainability InitiativesProgressive Maintenance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead capital and technical initiatives that improve plant reliability, capacity, safety, and efficiency across multiple facilities
Oversee development and execution of site master plans
Manage capital budgets and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
Maintain responsibility for multiple facilities with an in-depth understanding of food manufacturing operations
Develop and execute 2–3-year capital master plans aligned with business priorities
Lead development of project scopes, screening estimates, business cases, and approvals
Manage capital project execution, including design, procurement, scheduling, construction, commissioning, validation, and closeout
Manage and influence cross-functional stakeholders and contractors, resolving issues and driving alignment
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, environmental, health, and safety standards
Provide technical troubleshooting, including root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation
Support site Progressive Maintenance, Breakdown Elimination, and Autonomous Maintenance initiatives
Contribute to cost savings and efficiency through sustainability and continuous improvement projects
Serve as a technical subject matter expert for sanitary design and process technology
Develop team capability by providing feedback, mentoring, and leadership to indirect reports and contractors
Interface with OEMs, contractors, government agencies, and co-manufacturers
Participate in Plant Steering Teams and lead site-level project teams
Support accuracy of project reporting, forecasting, and documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required
Minimum of 3–5 years of capital project management experience, preferably within the food manufacturing industry, is required
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent capital projects totaling approximately $6M per year is required
Track record of driving measurable improvements in KPIs such as cost reduction, equipment uptime, and material loss is required
Knowledge of sanitary equipment design and technology used in food processing is required
Prior experience in operations, maintenance, and/or engineering in a plant environment is preferred
Strong leadership, stakeholder influence, and cross-functional communication skills are required
Formal training or certification in Project Management is preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required
Experience with ERP systems, including SAP and capital project systems where applicable, is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period – eligible from the first day
401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll
Four weeks of vacation
Five sick days
Parental leave
11 company holidays, including two floating holidays
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement
DevelopU educational platform with more than 10,000 free courses
Inclusive working environment
Employee Resource Groups
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Potential eligibility for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay