Senior Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor of Sciencein anEngineering discipline.
- 5-7+ years of experienceinprocess and packaging engineering, system development, product development, and quality engineeringwithin a manufacturing setting.
- Proven ability to managelarge concurrent projects, with expertise inproject management, productivity improvement, and packaging development.
- Strong understanding ofpackaging and processing systems, with hands-on knowledge ofmanufacturing, engineering, quality, and research functions.
- Extensive experience inLean Six Sigma, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Position Summary:
TheSenior Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineerprovidestechnical leadershipas anequipment, system, and product specialistfor the plant. This role is responsible foridentifying, leading, and executing performance improvement solutions, eliminating inefficiencies, and drivingstrategic productivity and capacity enhancements. The position serves as atechnical resource and liaison, ensuring the successful commercialization of business initiatives on manufacturing systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & System Optimization:
- Serve as atechnical experton manufacturing systems, technologies, products, and materials.
- Develop and executestrategic technical improvement plansto enhance system performance and reliability.
- Apply expertise inmachines, materials, methods, and processesto develop robust operating systems.
- Driveloss elimination and equipment reliability improvementsthrough structuredcontinuous improvement processes, statistical analysis, and problem-solving techniques.
- Leveragedata and information systems(e.g., performance metrics, financial data, maintenance management systems) to drive informed decision-making.
Project Management & Process Development:
- Providetechnical supportforcapital projects, product launches, and packaging material testing and start-ups.
- Oversee the implementation ofnew technologies and process improvements, ensuring seamless integration into manufacturing operations.
- Maintainmaterial balances and unit operation capabilitiesto optimizeproduction rates, parameters, and formulas.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Training:
- Act as atechnical liaison, working closely withproduction teams, maintenance staff, plant leadership, corporate engineering, R&D, and external partners.
- Develop and delivertechnical training programsfor employees at all levels, ensuring best practices are effectively communicated and implemented.
- Engage withcross-functional teamsto align technical strategies with business goals, driving operational excellence.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities, with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and optimization.
- Deep knowledge of manufacturing systems, packaging processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proven ability to drive productivity, cost savings, and efficiency improvementsthrough Lean Six Sigma and TPM.
- Data-driven decision-maker, utilizing analytics and performance metrics to drive technical improvements.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple levels of the organization.