Manager of Engineering #LI-PG1

American Laboratories is a growing (yet, still small, think family-like feel) multi-industry supplier for the extensive products it manufactures. We were founded in 1967 based on the knowledge of manufacturing enzymes, proteins, and flavors to various industries. Today, American Laboratories’ food and pharmaceutical divisions employ over 125 people, offering an extensive listing of over 300 products to the Human Nutritional, Food Processing, and Animal Health industries in the United States and 45 countries around the world.

At American Laboratories, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and skills. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are devoted to offering an all-encompassing work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can stretch yourself and make an impact. We offer a variety of job specific and business skills programs and trainings to our employees. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them, and likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package (salary and bonus) as well as a comprehensive, family-friendly benefits package including:

• Exceptional family medical, dental, and vision benefits (100% company paid premiums). 100% paid deductible/out of pocket expenses for Medical
• Paid time off and sick leave
• 9 paid holidays
• Exceptional 401k fund contributions (up to 9%)
• Great schedules
• Wellness incentives

Pay is based on experience.

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Manager of Engineering 

We have a career opportunity for a Manager of Engineering. You will be responsible for the Engineering department and responsible for resourcing, coordinating and facilitating engineering projects with your team, from owning project assignments and progressing projects through the preliminary engineering phase into further stages.

This position will be located in Omaha, NE, working onsite with different management levels and support personnel in other office locations.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing the Engineering Department, providing guidance and support to the Technical Services team.
• Overseeing and managing calibration programs for production equipment, facility systems and other essential instruments.
• Assisting in the creation and execution of Installation, Operational, Process Qualification, and Process Validation (IQ, OQ, PQ, PV) protocols, as well as developing summary reports.
• Updating and approving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Supporting risk assessments and implementing the improvements identified through those assessments.
• Writing technical protocols and reports that are accurate, clear, and in compliance with industry standards.
• Reporting on performance outputs and project updates, communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing Change Control, Deviation, and Corrective Action/Preventive Action (CAPA) development, investigations, approval, and implementation within the Engineering department.

What We Are Looking For:
To succeed in this role, you should bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field (Master’s Degree preferred) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Physical Facilities or Engineering, particularly in FDA and cGMP regulated environments.
• Proven experience in managing teams, with strong conflict resolution, team-building, and staff development abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to relate to employees and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Windows applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and other basic computer skills.

American Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.