Primary Function

Identifies, implements and validates cost saving and efficiency opportunities for production lines. The position will research data, equipment, vendors to obtain the best solution and coordinate timelines, implementation and training to ensure a successful project completion. The position will report to the Engineering Department Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide and drive cost savings projects through site while retaining product quality
• Select and implement machine, material and product manufacturing solutions
• Research information and provide ROI for proposed solutions
• Select and implement manufacturing line layouts and processes
• Able to read and understand Engineering drawings
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems in all sectors of manufacturing
• Work effectively in a variety of applied engineering roles with limited supervision
• Review customer's specifications to ensure capabilities are met
• Encouraged in risk-taking to benefit the company, innovation and propose creative ideas in all aspects towards the company.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering is required from an accredited University, or relatable experience
• At least 1-3 years of related manufacturing and engineering experience is preferred
• Ability to interpret and work with/on CAD drawings, renderings, samples, etc.
• Ability to manage, in parallel, multiple technical tasks with different requirements and timelines
• Knowledge of packaging equipment systems and packaging technology
• Awareness of industry trends and developments in packaging equipment
• Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Experience in cost savings
• Knowledge in continuous improvement lean methodologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.