At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:   

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.   Develop lasting relationships with great people.   Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Project Management Support Specialist II

The Project Management Support Supervisor II is responsible for providing analytical support of line operations throughout all of Niagara’s production facilities. This is achieved while working with a team of technicians and vendors to identify and act upon opportunities to improve current systems within the organization. In addition, the Project Management Support Specialist and a team of technicians will work with plant maintenance teams to work on and complete line rebuilds/overhauls annually and in within schedule.

Essential Functions

Analytical Support of Line Operations throughout all Niagara Plants Utilize system tools to analyze efficiencies of current line operationsIdentify high-level risk areas within each line by siteEncourage root cause corrective actionDevelop automated reporting tools for management team – at each site and corporate officeWorking with Vendors in Enhancing Current System InfrastructureIdentify opportunities within current systemsWork with Vendors to determine compatibility with Niagara systemsProvide recommendations to senior staff of appropriate enhancementsNegotiate with Vendors on contracts and service agreementsProject ManagementOperate as on site leader during projects (primarily annual overhauls)Manage and supervise 4 department mechanics and work with entire plant maintenance teamBe responsible for all technical issues related to projectBe responsible for all vendor issues related to projectHandle all personnel issues with management and HR supportServe as liaison between plant management and department managementThis function represents 75% of department responsibilitiesTraining DevelopmentDevelop SOPs and job aids through observation and analysisUtilize technician expertise to disseminate individual knowledge throughout department and companyWork with site specific leaders in resolving system obstaclesCreate and maintain communication channels for better information flow --  Communicate relevant information to all major customers and stakeholdersSpecial AssignmentsExecute various tasks that may not fall under scope of any other department employeeExamples from the past year: setting up new vendors, coordinating special equipment transfer, assisting in meshing operational functions with AR, observing and altering maintenance practices, analyzing department financial impact on Niagara, attending factory acceptance tests to commission new equipment for shipment, supervising five mechanics on diagnostic visits, and calculating various data based on minimal initial data, etc.Travel Requirements:  Approximately 75% of the yearPlease note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years – Experience in Position4 Years – Experience managing people/projects

              *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:6 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience working in Position            6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

Proficiency in, but not limited to:Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, etc.Oracle Business SystemsEfficiency Improvement Analysis New System Implementation & AdministrationLean & Six Sigma CertificationAble to translate data into recommendable actions to senior staffStrong analytical and problem solving skillsSelf-Motivated with a proven record of taking the initiativeAble to work with minimal supervisionDetail-Oriented with Excellent Oral and Written Communication SkillsAble to execute tasks in a very dynamic and ever-changing environmentExercise sound judgment and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or other related fieldPreferred: Master's Degree in Business Administration or other related field

Certification/License:

Required:           N/APreferred:          N/A

Foreign Language

Required:           None RequiredPreferred:          None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary

$69,575.00 - $100,883.75 / Yearly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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