Location: East Lansing, MI
Company: Michigan State University
In addition to a cheese plant in Indiana called the Middlebury Cheese Company, and a dairy product plant in Ohio called Superior Dairy, MMPA operates two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Products made at MMPA’s plants include fluid milk, sour cream, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, cottage cheese, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk.
Job Summary : The Facility Engineer will maintain the facilities for the 4 production facilities in MMPA campus. The facility engineer will be directly responsible for the management of all water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes (Refrigeration and Steam). This person will report directly to the Director
of Engineering. Facilities Engineer Responsibilities: Maintain and improve all water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes (Refrigeration and Steam) for all production facilities.
Maintain and improve all the compliance documents for water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes (Refrigeration and Steam) for all production facilities. Maintain and improve all the vendor and regulatory communication for water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes (Refrigeration and Steam) for all production facilities. Maintain and improve all ancillary infrastructure such as water and sewer line extensions, lift station replacement, and all regulated feeds for compliance. Assist
with planning, organizing, and managing capital projects. Review work of contracted engineering personnel involved in the design and review of utilities and related infrastructure and prepare cost estimates for projects.
Reviews development plans for adherence to organizational standards and requirements. Administers contracts with consulting engineers and contractors; reviews cost estimates to determine accuracy and determine bond amounts. Participates as a member of the engineering leadership team; researches, recommends, and prepares policies, plans, concepts, and future projections; will be prepared to fill in as manager over operations for the organization as needed in the absence of others.
In the event of power outages or extraneous circumstances at the plant(s), the engineer will be a part of the team assisting with bringing the plant online with particular emphasis on all water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes. Responsible for hiring, training, and management of all salary and hourly employees associated with all water, wastewater, utility, and mechanical complexes (Refrigeration and Steam) for all production facilities; Will work in conjunction with the plant manager, plant engineer, and Director of Engineering with employee feedback and effectiveness of the operation.
Plan and support resources to operate utilities and ensure 24/7 continuous system operation to support plant activities. Maintain and improve an effective maintenance and operation program, work prioritization, complying with operational and personnel standards, and regulatory and statutory requirements to ensure efficient, reliable, and uninterrupted plant operation. Performs field work as needed to observe construction and staff maintenance work, gather field data, and for other purposes. The willingness to study and gain all required industry certificates, if not already assigned.
Ensure utilities and facilities are in a safe operating environment by complying with all essential statutory requirements to protect our employees, equipment, and the environment. Ensure audit readiness by complying with effective standards, and regulatory/statutory requirements to protect products and prevent major compliance observations. Align with engineering department financial objectives through efficient utility operation, cost improvement actions, and optimal expenditure options to gain cost competitiveness. Drive continuous improvement by providing recommendations and initiatives to promote sustainability (energy & water), and safety, and maximize asset reliability and operational cost to drive operational excellence in utility operation.
Review and approve the utility log sheets and work orders for compliance with quality requirements. Responsible for planning and coordination of maintenance activities with various departments to ensure agreed time slots, resources, parts, and vendors are on-site per schedule for maintenance work. Lead the execution of maintenance activities with technicians through the site work order system. Train and develop maintenance employees and upgrade their capability continuously.
Assist the maintenance manager to ensure the maintenance team is compliant with GMP requirements. Establish utility operation procedures and maintenance programs to maintain compliance with regulatory codes, safety, and budgetary requirements. Establish spare part list and effective inventory level to ensure maximum equipment uptime of Utilities System. Assist maintenance manager to manage out-source contractors. Manage operation and maintenance service contracts to ensure Utility systems are operated and maintained in accordance with the regulatory, quality, and budgetary requirements to sustain safe, reliable, and efficient utility operations.
Continue to optimize utility equipment and enhance performance such as reducing downtime and service frequency. Lead Utilities operation and maintenance team in troubleshooting Utilities Systems. Support maintenance technicians to address the failure analysis of equipment and raise the equipment reliability continuously. Facility Engineer Requirements: A bachelor's degree in engineering A valid engineering license. 5 or more years of field and project planning experience.
Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of design and visualization software. The ability to work with multiple discipline projects. Excellent project management and supervision skills. Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices Must be competent with CAD systems and other programs that are specific to the work environment. A background in facility management is preferred. Good understanding of the technical features of plumbing, electrical systems, mechanical systems, vacuum, and pressure systems Technical knowledge of industrial refrigeration and boiler systems is a requirement.
Strong knowledge of facilities machines and equipment. Excellent organizational and leadership abilities. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Nice to have: Ammonia PSM Certification To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role.
Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve. PIde7ce45e For more details: jobs-search. org/engineer_ovid-c435233/engineer-ovid_i1969309381
Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Working/Functional Title Superconducting Device Design Engineer Position Summary Michigan State University operates FRIB as a user facility for the U. S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics.
As one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities, FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. FRIB hosts what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, enabling scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental
interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry. User facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics as one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities.
MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according to U. S. News & World Report. This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science. Purpose The Superconducting Device Design Engineer will be part of a team responsible for designing, prototyping, and building state-of-the-art superconducting magnets and cryomodules. These efforts are aimed
at supporting the operation of FRIB (Facility for Rare Isotope Beams) and potential future upgrades.
Additionally, the Superconducting Device Design Engineer will be involved in the troubleshooting of superconducting devices in the FRIB accelerator on an on-call basis. Major Position Responsibilities Responsible for the structural design and analysis of a 28 GHz ECR magnet, utilizing Nb3Sn technology for the next generation of ECR magnets. Due to Nb3Sn wire sensitivity to stress and strain, optimizing the structure of this magnet type is crucial. Provide conceptual structural designs for superconducting quad and dipole magnets, using Nb Ti, Nb 3 Sn, and HTS technology, specifically for beam line magnets.
Participate in the structural design of the FRIB 644 MHz upgrade cryomodule. Perform FEA (Finite Element Analysis) analysis to ensure the cryogenic vessel complies with the ASME pressure vessel and piping code. Conduct thermal analysis for superconducting devices. Develop procedures for assembling and testing superconducting magnets. Write design reports, work control plans, and technical specification documents. Create technical specifications for superconducting magnet systems and subcomponents for procurement. Provide technical oversight of the procurement process, including reviewing vendor test results, non-conformance reports, and witnessing vendor factory tests.
Deliver presentations on group/department activities, progress, and developments to various entities, including the Department, Division, Project Office, review groups, professional organizations, workshops, and conferences. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and experience in the design and analysis of superconducting magnets with accelerator system components and cryogenic systems Ability to perform FEA (Finite Element Analysis) analysis to ensure the cryogenic vessel compiles with the ASME pressure vessel and piping code Ability to serve as the subject matter expert on superconducting magnets and provide technical guidance to the procurement process including reviewing vendor test results, non-conformance reports, and vendor factory test Ability to comply with Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and QA requirements Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing with all audiences.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree Masters -Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Eng Desired Degree Doctorate -Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Eng Minimum Requirements Advanced degree with 5+ years in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering or related field Nationally recognized leader in field of expertise Desired Qualifications Ph. D in electrical or mechanical engineering, or related field with demonstrated experience in designing, building, and operating large scale low temperature superconducting magnets, ECR source, cryomodules, and support systems Prior experience in accelerator systems Experience with FEA of EM analysis, 1-D or 2-D quench analysis codes and CAD Experience with control and data acquisition system Required Application Materials CV Cover Letter Contact information for three references Special Instructions Any questions related to the position can be directed to Sarah Powell ( ).
Review of Applications Begins On 08/17/2023 Website www. frib. msu. edu MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years.
One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. Advertised: Aug 4, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Aug 4, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time For more details: jobs-search. org/architecture-construction_east-lansing-c435530/engineer-fribnscl-continuing-east-lansing_i1971657152
to develop and manufacture custom drug intermediates and API’s. South Haven is nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan with beautiful beaches and fun year-round. The Reliability/Maintenance Engineer is responsible for providing the technical program leadership and implementation activities described below to maximize the maintenance related uptime and operating efficiencies of equipment and facility assets.
These activities help minimize costs and contribute to the profitability and performance of the business. Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager the Reliability/Maintenance Engineer monitors the status of their reliability maintenance program evolution relative to corporate program
strategies. This position provides measurements of program progress and effectiveness such as preventive maintenance, condition-based monitoring work, equipment uptime, overall equipment effectiveness and mean time between failures.
They facilitate the identification and communication of the root causes of losses in the operation of production, facility, and utility processes. The Reliability/Maintenance Engineer is responsible for ranking the criticality of the assets under their care, typically using Reliability Centered Maintenance approaches, and for defining the proactive maintenance approaches that are cost beneficial to the business. The incumbent specifies parts, inventory quantities
and the special storage requirements for critical spare parts.
They represent reliability maintenance to other organizations and functions including Engineering Design, Production Operations, Procurement, Storeroom operations, new project commissioning, etc. They provide reliability maintenance input to Engineering Design to create designs which minimize life cycle costs. They develop procedures and specifications for the reliability maintenance aspects of existing and new equipment, and they help identify the work content of planned shutdowns. Responsibilities • Promotes the use of Reliability Engineering concepts and tools to the Engineering and Production departments.
• Communicates changes and updates resulting from Strategy and Continuous Improvement efforts, and Project implementation activities. • Assists operations and maintenance manager with equipment improvements that improve asset reliability. • Generates change control documentation as required by reliability initiatives (i. e. Bad Actor reporting, Capital Projects, etc. ) • Writes equipment MOCs required for new equipment and or modified equipment. • Establishes guidelines and specifications (i. e. Task, Frequency, Materials, Skill, Calibration parameters, etc. ) for properly implementing equipment Preventive Maintenance and equipment health activities.
• Develops, changes, and initiates maintenance activities (PM, CBM, lubrication, calibration, training, and spare parts) as based on analysis results (FMEA / RCM) to improve performance and equipment availability • Identifies chronic equipment (classification based) deficiencies through “Bad Actor” and cost analysis, Failure Mode, and Effect analysis (FMEA), and equipment history reviews. • Performs reliability analysis (FMEA / RCM) to identify root causes of chronic ongoing equipment issues. • Updates the Maintenance Strategy and Reliability Ranking Index for equipment as based upon reliability analysis (RCM or FMEA) and bad actor reporting.
• Develops equipment reliability plans that reduce the number of failures and minimizes the effects of failures that do occur. • Responsible for updating the criticality ranking of the assets under their care, typically using results from Bad Actor reporting and analysis, PM / Calibration Optimization and Rationalization actives, and FMEA / RCM approaches. • Provides Life Cycle Cost Modeling and Statistical Analysis to Project Engineering for equipment design and selection.
• Provides “Design for Reliability” input to capital projects with respect to equipment specifications that create project approaches which minimize life cycle costs. • Provides input and oversight to equipment standards. • Develops procedures and specifications for the reliability maintenance aspects for existing and new equipment. Required Qualifications • Bachelors or master’s level degree (Mechanical Engineering preferred) • Knowledge of respective techniques, practices, precedents, theory, and principles. • Equipment reliability principles and Pd M disciplines knowledge preferred • Advanced computers use skills, knowledge of CMMS, Reliability, and NDT software tools preferred • Previous reliability / maintenance engineering experience preferred.
Project management experience and/or equipment reliability principles knowledge preferred. • Good communication skills and the ability to interact with all departments. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelors or master’s level degree (Mechanical Engineering preferred) • Knowledge of respective techniques, practices, precedents, theory, and principles. • Equipment reliability principles and Pd M disciplines knowledge preferred • Advanced computers use skills, knowledge of CMMS, Reliability, and NDT software tools preferred • Previous reliability / maintenance engineering experience preferred.
Project management experience and/or equipment reliability principles knowledge preferred. • Good communication skills and the ability to interact with all departments. • Previous reliability / maintenance engineering experience or internships preferred. • Project management experience and/or equipment reliability principles knowledge preferred. #WRGRACE #INDEED Benefits U. S. Employee Benefits Summary () • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Life Insurance and Disability • Grace Wellness Program • Flexible Workplace • Retirement Plans • 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6% • Paid Vacation and Holidays • Parental Leave (salaried only) • Tuition Reimbursement • Company Donation Match Program • Site specific contribution to local Wellness Center
around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries. Job Description Grace is a seeking a Process Safety Engineer who will be responsible for the Process Safety Management (PSM) systems at our South Haven, MI site. This person will report to the Plant Manager.
The South Haven Site produces a portfolio of products for the specialty medical industries, specifically Active medical Ingredients. Consisting of a c GMP kilo lab, pilot plant and custom manufacturing at the commercial volumes, the site is fully equipped to develop and manufacture custom drug intermediates and API’s. South Haven is nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan with beautiful beaches and fun
year-round. Will pay for all relocation expenses. Responsibilities Execute the Process Safety programs in a process facility subject to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals and as implemented by MIOSHA Part 91, and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) 40 CFR Part 68 Chemical Accident Prevention Provisions Facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), incorporating industry best-practice methodologies, and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) studies Ensure PHAs are conducted efficiently and effectively following corporate policy Maintain documentation of PHAs and Process Safety Information (PSI) Maintain and update the site’s RMP plan as required by 40 CFR Part 68 Review and
update Process Safety SOPs within the site’s document management system Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) as required Recommend safeguards to mitigate risks identified in PHAs Recommend engineering controls as solutions to RCAs or other projected as requested Facilitate periodic Corporate PSM audit and manage audit team Manage the Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) system Monitor the Incident Reporting and Management of Change (MOC) systems for regulatory compliance and adherence to corporate expectations Develop training content and protocols for the EHSS team Administer select training curriculum to new employees Address hazards, deviations, and injuries in a timely manner Available for on-call and after hours work as needed Other duties/assignments, as requested Required Qualifications BS Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Minimum of 7 years of chemical industry experience, with supervisory and Process Safety leadership experience Subject matter expertise in application of HAZOP/What-If, PHA, Root Cause, Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), or demonstrated ability to learn these topics High level of personal motivation, with a drive for ownership and accountability in performance of job responsibilities Leadership of teams in a manner that encourages collaboration, focus, and energy Strong demonstrable knowledge of applicable regulations (OSHA, NFPA, etc) Proficient in using MS Office products High level of personal motivation, with a drive for ownership and accountability in performance of job responsibilities Ability to provide consultation and advice to a diverse audience effectively Ability to handle multiple compliance tasks and decisions with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications Ability to deliver relevant information in an enthusiastic, clear, concise and accurate way to promote individual and team commitment Possess superior technical writing and interpersonal skills In-depth knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and EPA 40 CFR Part 68 Benefits Benefits Link: U.
S. Employee Benefits Summary () Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Disability Grace Wellness Program Flexible Workplace Retirement Plans 401(k) Company Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Company Donation Match Program Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace.
No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.
but not submit an application for this open position. ) Thank you. Description Overview The Sr Computer System Validation Engineer provides Quality oversight of Global IT projects. They will partner with project stakeholders to effectively and efficiently implement and validate new systems, system upgrades, or system modifications.
Please note: This position can work 100% remote or near a Perrigo location with a hybrid schedule if desired. Scope of the Role Works with IT and user groups to evaluate change control requests by backssing regulatory risk and determining corresponding validation requirements. Author, review, or approve lifecycle documents (URS, Validation Plan, Specifications,
Risk backssment, Qualifications IQ/OQ/PQ, data integrity evaluations, trace matrix, SOPs, and Validation Summary Reports). Reviews global policies, SOPs, and work instructions supporting the quality management system and computerized/IT applications and infrastructure Maintains the site Validation Master Plan and systems catalog.
Perform CSV periodic review for IT systems. Experience Required High level of analytical skills with proven problem-solving ability, and good interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to organize multiple tasks and to change priorities to meet project deadlines. Ability to work with cross-functional group at all levels of organization. Working knowledge of computer
validation requirements in government regulations including, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, data integrity, and GAMP.
Ability to write technical documents relating to applications and computer systems of medium to high complexity. Demonstrated thorough understanding of validation processes and interpretation and application of FDA, EU, and c GMP requirements. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Programming, or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of medical industry experience preferred. External applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.
) Thank you. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. Our full Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement is available on our main career site in English and Spanish and will be provided in other accessible forms for persons with disabilities. #DIV
