Job Description

Job Description

Senior-level engineer applying engineering knowledge and skills for large, complex, long duration manufacturing engineering projects focused on developing, testing, and improving mechanical systems and components

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Manage and prioritize projects or programs of large size, scope, and duration
• Lead and coordinate project work with other engineers, technicians, designers and/or drafters to include managing and/or assisting with new equipment projects coming into the plant
• Perform feasibility studies for fabrication, assembly, machining, or processing. Understand and analyze production data to identify and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Drive industry best practices in the areas of reliability, production, cost, yield, quality, availability, utilization, and procedures/training
• Guide and assist the Maintenance team with assembly and disassembly of process equipment and components in order to diagnose issues
• Design and lead experiments, create test parameters and participate in the testing, complete data analysis, as well as implementation of processes, equipment, and engineering solutions
• Troubleshoot, analyze, identify, evaluate, propose, implement, and document engineering solutions which have a positive impact on plant performance
• Lead problem solving discussions using the A3 method to find root cause to equipment failures. Mentor and train production employees in using the equipment correctly
• Systemize and document new and improved solutions by creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Recommend and help implement design modifications to prevent and eliminate malfunctions
• Collaborate with production personnel and other departments to gather information and draft reports
• Lead continuous improvement projects to improve effectiveness and efficiencies of equipment by increasing throughput, reducing internal reject and reducing scrap rates

COMPETENCIES

Collaboration

• Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Decision Making
• On-going Learning
• Personal Accountability
• Trust & Reliability

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and six (6) years of related engineering experience
• Proven experience and success in analyzing production equipment, processes and materials, and solving issues
• Experience utilizing various statistical and quality methodologies including but not limited to Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), 5S, 8D, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), and Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Advanced knowledge of thermoforming, injection molding, print, and/or paper equipment and processes
• Advanced knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various products
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Advanced knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products
• Ability to successfully prioritize, and manage large, complex projects, deadlines, and tasks with little supervision in both team and independent environments
• Strong verbal and written skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 5% occasional domestic travel
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport
• Requires a valid driver’s license and favorable motor vehicle report upon hire
• Work is split between an office environment, production facility, and/or warehouse depending on the project
• Exposure to extreme heat, loud noise, dirt, dust, odors, and fumes is probable
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in required areas