Packaging Engineer

Description

• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.
• Maximize Equipment Performance: Continuously improve the performance of automated packaging equipment by identifying best practices, sharing knowledge across sites, and implementing technology upgrades.
• Streamlined Procedures: Create clear, efficient cold-end procedures and work instructions that are easy to understand, implement, and replicate.
• Champion Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Kaizen, to enhance processes and outcomes.
• Training & SOP Development: Deliver training and create standard operating procedures for new or upgraded packaging equipment to ensure seamless adoption.
• Innovate for Excellence: Collaborate with manufacturing sites, corporate teams, external suppliers, and customers to enhance cold-end packaging equipment and processes, optimizing safety, quality, and cost.
• Optimized Material Flow: Work with Corporate Engineering, KIE, and plant engineering teams to design manufacturing line layouts that enhance material flow and reduce operational costs.
• Empower Teams: Motivate and engage team members to contribute their best.
• Lead with Confidence: Inspire and guide teams toward shared goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Marketing, Engineering, Purchasing, Product Development, and Operations teams to evaluate costs and feasibility for innovative packaging solutions and processes.
• Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Think Strategically: Align packaging strategies with short- and long-term goals.
• Stay Ahead of Technology: Stay informed on the latest advancements in automation technology for packaging and material handling, bringing cutting-edge solutions to the organization.
• Drive Improvements: Provide actionable recommendations for plant and product enhancements to boost efficiency and quality.
• Strategic Packaging Solutions: Develop and implement a comprehensive packaging strategy that meets the needs of Operations, Shipping, Warehousing, and Customers, driving efficiency and satisfaction.
• Prioritize Safety: Ensure a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety rules and procedures, always putting safety at the forefront of every task.
• Lead Plant Trials: Take the lead or actively participate in plant trials for new products, material changes, or equipment upgrades in the packaging area.
• Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Communicate Clearly: Articulate ideas and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Understand the Voice of the Customer (VOC) by identifying product expectations, addressing pain points, and uncovering opportunities for improvement.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in packaging equipment design and automation
• Computer skills in MS Windows environment; Moderate skills with Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to travel 35% of the time
• Stay Agile: Adapt quickly to changing priorities and challenges.
• Collaborate Effectively: Work seamlessly across departments and with external partners.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid life insurance
• Virtual Medical Services
• Vacation time to enjoy getting away
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance