Manager, Engineering Project Management, L'Oreal Operations

Job Title: Engineering Manager - Projects Division: Operations Location: Florence, Kentucky Reports To: Technical Manager Who We Are: For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity, and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity. At L'Oréal Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L’Oréal divisions. We are consumer-oriented and act responsibly throughout the value chain. Come join our dynamic team! What You Will Do: A Project Engineering Manager is a key driver of continuous improvement within a production facility. They manage the implementation of projects (capital and expense) related to new works for the facility. Project Management: Manage and oversee the implementation of new projects, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and timely completion. Effectively communicate project updates, risks, and resource requirements to stakeholders. Flexible to be present during various shifts, including occasional weekends and holidays, to support the 24/7 operation of the facility Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis: Employ structured problem-solving techniques to identify the underlying causes and develop effective corrective and preventative actions. Team Building and Collaboration: Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and open communication within the manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain to drive improvement initiatives. Project Planning & Scoping: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in line with L'Oréal's strategic goals. This includes identifying needs, developing business cases, and return on investment. Develop detailed project plans that outline timelines, resources, budget, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Financial Management: Develop detailed cost estimates and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and variances. Conduct cost-benefit analyses and assess the financial viability of projects. Development of capital budgets for a 3-year plan related to new works. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. This involves proactively addressing technical, financial, and scheduling risks. Vendor and Contractor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors, suppliers, and contractors, ensuring adherence to contracts and performance standards. Manage relationships with state and local authorities as needed. This includes leading the bidding and selection process. Execution and Implementation: Oversee the day-to-day execution of capital projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, permitting requirements, and safety regulations. Manage project teams, delegate tasks, and provide direction. Commissioning and Handover: Manage the project transition from implementation to operation, including commissioning, testing, and handover to operational teams. Develop and deliver training programs for end-users. Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track project progress against established KPIs and report on project status to stakeholders. Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future project execution. Participate in plant building audits (Insurance review, Fire Department evaluations) Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and L'Oréal's internal safety protocols. Maintain a strong safety culture within the project teams. What We Are Looking For: Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mec…

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