▷ (High Salary) Consultant – Packaging Capital Engineering

India is among the top ten priority markets for General Mills and hosts our Global Shared Services Centre This is the Global Shared Services arm of General Mills Inc which supports its operations worldwide With over 1 300 employees in Mumbai the center has capabilities in the areas of Supply Chain Finance HR Digital and Technology Sales Capabilities Consumer Insights ITQ R D Quality and Enterprise Business Services Learning and capacity-building is a key ingredient of our success Position Title Consultant - Packaging Capital Engineer Function Group Supply Chain Engineering Solutions Location Powai Mumbai Shift Timing 1 30 PM - 10 30 PM IST Role Reports to Senior Manager Manager - Engineering Solutions Remote Hybrid in-Office Hybrid About General Mills We make food the world loves 100 brands In 100 countries Across six continents With iconic brands like Cheerios Pillsbury Betty Crocker Nature Valley and Haagen-Dazs we ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years and counting Each of our brands has a unique story to tell How we make our food is as important as the food we make Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate us into the future as an innovative force for good General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good For more details check out General Mills India Center GIC is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value service excellence and growth while standing for good for our planet and people With our team of 1800 professionals we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain SC Digital Technology D T Innovation Technology Quality ITQ Consumer and Market Intelligence CMI Sales Strategy Intelligence SSI Global Shared Services GSS Finance Shared Services FSS and Human Resources Shared Services HRSS For more details check out We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow Job overview Function Overview The GIC supply chain team manages end-to-end operations encompassing planning sourcing manufacturing logistics and analytics They strategically plan to meet market demands optimize sourcing ensure efficient production and oversee the seamless movement of goods from production to delivery The team employs advanced analytics throughout these processes fostering adaptability and operational excellence This collaborative approach ensures a well-coordinated supply chain that aligns with both organizational goals and dynamic market conditions For more details about the function please visit this Purpose of the role The GIC Packaging Capital Engineer is responsible for supporting a US-based Packaging Engineer in leading and providing technical expertise for the packaging portion of corporate led capital projects This position supports primarily the North America region You will work cross-functionally with corporate engineering site operations maintenance engineering and external partners design firms contractors to deliver high-quality solutions that support efficient sustainable manufacturing Key Accountabilities Support the US-based packaging engineer in providing project management leadership on capital project installations with business teams and key stakeholders including scope definition budget development resource selection management and schedule management Assist with packaging technical leadership throughout the project life cycle including equipment component selection system design and procurement Review and ensure compliance to General Mills specifications and standards of construction on 3rd party designs Partner with General Mills internal engineering standard owners to clarify and refine specifications Support the management of the external engineering team within the packaging engineering discipline Assist with the development and management of capital budgets within the packaging discipline including regular cashflow cost tracking reporting and communications asset close-out and accurately managing spend to budget and timing commitments Support the procurement process for equipment and installations including review of bid packages and bidding support Support construction activities and field change authorizations as necessary Requires occasional travel including some extended time possibilities over weekends and holidays Travel is variable ranging from 0 to 10 during project execution and start-up With an overall average of approximately 5 Minimum Qualification E B Tech in Engineering or related degree with applicable experience or extensive relevant work experience 7-10 years of relevant experience in packaging line installations and commissioning in food or beverage industry Understanding of packaging materials flexible rigid machines form-fill-seal labeling shrink wrapping Experience collaborating with international teams or within a corporate environment Ability to travel occasionally to the United States Project Engineering experience including scope definition cost estimation and tracking EAC estimation and scope management Experience in plant operations and industrial environments understanding equipment design and impacts to materials labor and work processes Strong mechanical aptitude Strong technical leadership skills in a collaborative fashion Self-motivator with proven ability to energize working teams Capable analytical problem solver through the use of data and keen judgment Demonstrated performance in executing concurrent assignments Adaptability to maneuver through uncertainty with a high degree of professionalism and candor Preferred Qualification PG Diploma in Packaging e g from Indian Institute of Packaging Packaging Engineering experience troubleshooting performance improvement Understanding of Food Manufacturing Regulatory Requirements GMP s Food Safety sanitation practices and design criteria Familiarity with Continuous Improvement and Vertical Start-up tools and processes Project Management Professional PMP certification Experience in managing end-to-end packaging capital projects Familiarity with high-speed automated packaging lines serialization and traceability Vendor management experience across Indian and global equipment suppliers Strong understanding of packaging sustainability trends recyclability biodegradable options Must have skills Mandatory hands-on capital project management experience in the Food or FMCG industry including high-value and complex projects