Materials Engineer Salary in Pasadena, CA

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com.The Principal Manufacturing Process Engineer, who will work within an hour of any of our plants/offices in Bloomington, MN; Stilwell, OK; Pasadena, TX; Salina, KS; or Florence, KY is responsible for improving manufacturing productivity by building technical skills to eliminate waste and increase efficiencies across the network. You will build a deep understanding of our food manufacturing phenomena in the teams, and leverage data to improve process variability and drive standardization. Thru technical leadership of the manufacturing team, R&D and capital engineering, the strategies you develop will be robust and result in net productivity to the Supply Chain. To note, we do require some level of specifically food manufacturing process engineering for this role. Key Responsibilities:Develop enterprise-wide strategies to maximize manufacturing performance, capacity, and yieldLeads efforts to identify and drive productivity projects (yield/usage variance, raw material optimization, waste) including Strategic ProjectsCreates and improves manufacturing instructions and standards to increase efficiency and reduce process variabilityCollaborates with R&D, Manufacturing, and Project Engineering to develop process and equipment standards aligned with operations to ensure successful delivery and start-up of new initiativesDevelops advanced data analysis tools to expose and eliminate lossesRecognized as an expert in the processes used to manufacture our products and manufacturing standards utilizationProvides technical leadership to solve problems, drive improvements in processing systems and implement standards to ensure long term application.Builds technical skills (math/science/physics) in operations to drive out losses in the manufacturing process.Lead processes to audit standards and ensure conformance to lock in net productivityMaintains a central library of manufacturing standards and instructions to provide sustainable source of technical skills and facilitate best practice sharing.Engaged in food manufacturing forums and organizations to participate in industry wide standards and improvement strategies.Responsible to conduct yourself and those you lead in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conductKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Years of Experience: 8+ years with some level of food manufacturing engineering requiredEducation: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Food Engineering (ABET accredited program preferred).- Leadership of structured problem solving approaches such as Lean, Six-Sigma, or TPM is preferred.- Experience with USDA, FDA, OSHA, EPA, requirements for manufacturing processes- Development of statistical models and data analytic tools using MS Excel, VB, SQL, Python are a plus.- Ability to travel 0 to 50% as required (dependent on location).- The desire to be able to follow our following four pillars:LEAD YOURSELF FIRST: You will leverage your deep expertise in our food manufacturing processes and build confidence in our operations to drive exceptional results. You will provide strategies and productivity commitments the supply chain can reliably count on.BE A DRIVING FORCE: You will define what supply chain excellence means because you have benchmarked the competition and know their strategies. You will be key in setting the road map and urgency to reduce our complexity, waste, and cost through everyday actionsSHIFT OUR PARADIGM: You will leverage innovative technology to analyze large sets of data and design strategies needed to drive manufacturing performance. You provide the technical leadership required to act when the path forward is ambiguous or hard for others to see.ONE TABLE ONE TEAM: You will set the table for unrivaled productivity by building partnerships internally and externally to deliver the best manufacturing practices. You will foster an environment where the team is able to challenge each other and celebrate the successes together.This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

Position Description Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We are a market leader in each of our businesses - Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. We have an unparalleled, large footprint of diversified and strategically located assets that are core to North American energy infrastructure and help deliver needed energy products to high-demand markets.Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package that begins on your first day, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. BUSINESS UNIT: TERMINALS Kinder Morgan is the largest independent terminal operator in North America, providing a strong, reliable network of 144 terminals serving our customers' storage, distribution, blending and logistical needs. Our terminals store and handle renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils and other products. We have a combined liquids storage capacity of approximately 151 million barrels and handle about 59 million tons of dry bulk materials annually.Primary Purpose: Provides support by tracking and delivering project control and financial reporting activities necessary for a broad range of facilities across all regions. This position supervises a team of Project Control Specialists and works closely with a cross-functional team including but not limited to Project Management (PM), Finance, and Accounting to ensure that all objectives, deliverables, and targets are met.Essential duties and responsibilities:Responsible for leadership and development of TSG Project Controls team.TSG Opex budget build-up, and monthly accrual-based forecasting; including headcount, KM and Contract labor, and associated non-labor.Provide and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of TSG capital project financials, which may include updating Project Cost Reports, misc. heavy data analysis, PO/invoice review, and account reconciliation to ensure system and approved capital budget alignment.Lead monthly Cost Review meetings.Demonstrate ability to analyze financial information and recognize significant variance, trends, and irregularities. Understand the causes/driver and recommend solutions to cost impact or delays.Oversight of KM and Contract employees labor cost allocation/capitalization.Ensure timely AFE, PRN, In-Service Request and Project Completion report generation and submission by working closely with Capital Control to develop and execute capital project write-ups, estimates, and proper documentation.Maintain Gulf Area Tank Plan and facilitates quarterly reviews and reporting to area Commercial, Finance, Operations, & Engineering teams.Collect data, inputs, update and produce standard management reports, ie. Actual vs. Budget and /or Forecast.Research unexpected items and resolve inaccuracies.Misc. corporate reporting across all Terminal Areas.Ensure ongoing improvement through evaluation, maintenance, and development of current processes.Work with a cross-functional team with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.Attention to detail, accuracy, completeness and meeting deadlines and commitments.Excellent time management and organization skills and ability to manage competing priorities.Effective written, listening, and verbal communication skills and strong presentation skills.Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.Keep up with deadlines and complete all required training for self and team, and maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.Provides overall support to TSG and performs and directs ad-hoc tasks and any other duties as necessary.Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Minimum requirementsEducation:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.Equivalent and relative experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Experience / specific knowledge:Must have general understanding of Project Controls, Accounting, and Financial principles such as tracking project Estimate to Complete and Estimate at Complete, as well as budgeting and accrual-based forecasting of general labor and non-labor operational expenses.Must possess basic understanding of project work and be familiar with the oil and gas industry.Must be able to understand needs of the business unit(s) for which development work is being performed.Ability to identify and establish expectations in an employee/employer relationship (subordinate/manager).Solid leadership, communication, motivation and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with individuals with varying disciplines, backgrounds, and experience levels.Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), provide direction to direct reports, prioritize work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.Willingness to work overtime, as needed. Competencies, skills, and abilities:Intermediate to advanced proficiency level in Microsoft Excel (If, Lookups, Pivots, tracing functions through multiple tabs and files).Additional Microsoft Office application proficiency, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office Suite general products.Strong attentiveness to detail, analytical skills, and logical thought processes for problem solving.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including but not limited to the ability to present ideas, proposals, and results to business segment leaders and to internal and external customers.Strong organization and time management skills. Must be able to successfully prioritize daily work, manage multiple tasks, and work with minimal direct supervision. Physical demands:Employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements as stipulated by local, state, or federal agencies and/or Company Policy.Working conditions:Majority of the work will be conducted from an office environment.Travel will be limited and on an exception basis.Supervisory responsibility:This role is responsible for a team of Project Controls Specialist.This role is exposed to sensitive information and will require integrity and confidentiality. Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:Advanced excel skills (ie. complex and embedded functions, and ability to track formulas through multiple tabs or files)Knowledge of Lawson Applications. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

The Superintendent would be responsible for:Act as the primary leader of the jobsite.Develop, update, monitor, and execute the project safety plan.Determine field personnel assignments.Coordinate field personnel staffing needs with the Field Operations Manager.Lead the development of the field staff including foremen, carpenters, and laborers that will support our long-term corporate growth and vision.Oversee the progression of the work and overall management of the project schedule.Strengthen jobsite culture according to core values.Participate in regular and continuous on-site interface with project teams to provide support, guidance, and evaluate risk.Participate in pre-construction and other project acquisition initiatives as requested.Demonstrate complete knowledge of all divisions and phases of construction work.Solicit regular input from key suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors in the development and updating of the project schedule and the overall execution of work.Optimize field crews to achieve and maintain maximum craft productivity at the lowest possible labor and material costs.Understand production rates and unit costs for all direct work.Prepare and maintain jobsite daily reporting logs.Communicate regularly and effectively with architects, engineers and owner representatives.Demonstrate complete knowledge of all applicable codes, regulations and compliance issues associated with all agencies governing the project.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.A Successful Applicant would have:Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience5+ years of field experience, including tracking and planning projects, specifically with healthcare construction projects

JOB DESCRIPTION Wood is currently seeking an experienced Project Controls Lead. As the Project Controls Lead, you will be responsible for leading a small project controls group. This group is tasked with independently applying project controls and systems necessary to effectively analyze and pro-actively manage, control, and report on cost for concurrent capital projects located at a chemical manufacturing plant.RESPONSIBILITIES Work with the capital projects team to understand, at a high level, the project control needs of the site. Lead the existing project controls team in establishing a strong and well thought out approach to capital project controls including the standardization of systems and tools. Integrate cost reporting with the company's accounting and management information systems to facilitate meeting company performance and financial goals. Work with Project Managers to establish WBS, set up project controls, schedule, change management and progress reporting for each project. Assist Project Managers with the development and upkeep of project schedules. Monitor cost of engineering, equipment, subcontractors, and travel against established budgets. Identify and understand the basis of established budgets derived from the original work scope. Be aware of and assist with capital project procurement activities. Prepare presentation materials and participates in Project Management meetings. Prepare/review cost reports with explanation of variances and root causes. Forecast costs for current and/or future analysis and flags early warnings for corrective action. Process and tracks budget transfers and change orders. Prepare job end cost reports. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Engineering, Business Administration or similar preferred. 10+ years' relevant experience in capital projects or construction supporting the chemicals, oil & gas, or petrochemical industries. Experience leading a project controls group Advanced knowledge of estimating, cost control, scheduling, and project management software and techniques. Understanding of the Project Management process and technical knowledge of the engineering work involved. Solid understanding of internal factors which affect project estimates, costs, and schedules. Experience providing project cost, risk analysis, cash flow status and forecasts for projects. Ability to analyze and perform variance analysis between actual and budgeted costs. Demonstrated ability to consolidate and analyze information from various sources. Proficiency with MS Office (primary focus on Excel and advanced knowledge of formulas, pivot tables, conditional formatting and creating graphs). Exceptional organization & project planning skills. Knowledge of purchase orders and the ability to review them for accuracy and alignment. Understanding of billing types, how rates are built up, earned value is and how it's calculated. Experience reviewing invoices, understanding project costs and how to determine and recommend ways to maintain budget. Experience with SAP a plus. Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities.

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science. Tetra Tech is currently seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our corporate Pasadena, CA office. By joining our team, you have the opportunity to support a global workforce with 500+ offices worldwide and create value for our internal customers through benefits services such as enrollment support, annual enrollment, and claims assistance. We value client service, excellence, and are looking for an individual that can work in a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment. The pay scale for this position is $24.04-$27.88 an hour, based on qualifications and experience. Some representative responsibilities for this position are as follows:Your Role: Medical plan administration support Regional Medical Plan and Life and Disability Plan administration Health care ordinance reporting Annual enrollment administrative support Assist with answering questions and resolving issues raised by HR staff and employees Respond to court orders and eligibility verifications Assist with reviewing materials to the company intranet Run various reports and validate data Assist with Affordable Care Act reporting Provide backup to Benefits Specialist Lead Distribute department mail Qualifications: Bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required. High School diploma or GED required Microsoft office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint Strong attention to detail Good math skills with experience applying them in Excel Strong verbal and written communication skills including good grammar and spelling Familiar with and respectful of dealing with highly confidential and private information Familiar with and respectful of working in a corporate headquarters environment Experience using Oracle a plus Basic knowledge of employee benefits At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities as well as project requirements.About Tetra Tech:Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareersTwitter: @TetraTechJobsFacebook: @TetraTechCareersTetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Please no phone calls or agencies.Additional Information Organization: 177 TES