Manufacturing/Production Engineer

Description

• This is a Process Engineering position and requires detailed involvement in process related changes driven by the need to improve daily operations. In some cases, profile will need to have worked in the past close to food grade operations and/or pharma background is helpful.
• Candidate should have spent recent years in heavy machinery environments and limited experience in packaging environments.

• Is responsible for equipment improvements as a function of on-going continuous improvement, as well as special assignments, as it relates to processing and packaging equipment.
• Designing and implementing cost effective machinery modifications to enhance reliability, capacity and safety. Design, implement efficient production flow through vertically integrating production equipment and processes.
• Work closely with the Operations, Finance, R&D, and Engineering teams on key process and manufacturing technologies. This may include development, optimization and transfer of various manufacturing processes.
• Prepares cost estimates on proposed projects and assists the Engineering Manager in the preparation of expenditure requests, as needed.
• Has a thorough knowledge of safety, Q.C. and GMP requirements, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge when proposing or designing equipment modifications.
• Consults frequently with department managers and department supervisors concerning work being performed in their departments.
• Maintain understanding of processes and functional interdependencies. Recognize and escalate, as needed, those issues identified as potential risks to, or opportunities to improve plant performance.

• Bachelor's degree required in Manufacturing, Mechanical or other related Engineering discipline
• 3+ years of Manufacturing, Engineering experience focusing on continuous improvement and project management
• Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, MS Project)
• Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
• Excellent Time Management Skills
• Proven Facilitation Skills
• Possess a basic Financial Understanding to ensure results are delivered on time and in full
• Candidate preferred qualifications:
  TPM or Lean Experience
  BS Mechanical Engineering
  AutoCAD Proficiency
  New Product Development and Stage Gate Decision Experience