Process Equipment Engineer

This position is for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for the continued development and improvement of the Foam Thermoforming manufacturing processes.
• Collaborates with management, technicians, and operators to continually improve manufacturing processes (Decrease cycle times/optimize production, maximize throughput rate, increase product quality, and minimize scrap) and troubleshooting processing problems.
• Create and maintain accurate engineering/process documentation such as line conditions, PLC programs, HMI programs, etc.
• Establish set-up and processing parameters based on material and/or machine capabilities.
• Develop procedures to ensure consistent processing of product on all shifts.
• Monitor and review daily production efficiencies with Production Manager on machine/process to ensure consistent processing.
• A working knowledge of capital expenditures and accurate documentation of the process.
• Directly supervise several Technicians and Electricians
• Direct involvement with process improvement, equipment repairs, upgrades & installation projects as needed.
• Provide off-hour technical support as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS preferred, in mechanical, electrical or controls engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years’ previous management experience preferred.
• Technical, mechanical, electrical knowledge and troubleshooting of the foam thermoforming machines a plus. (will consider transferrable skills from a similar industry)
• Experienced in programming automation equipment specifically for the thermoforming industry desired.
• Working knowledge of production and safety procedures used in the production process.
• Working knowledge of the foam thermoforming process and tooling would be advantageous.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, especially in writing reports and maintaining documentation.
• Solid mathematical skills and numerical accuracy.
• Must be proficient with MS Excel/Access/Word/Outlook.
• Demonstrated success in handling multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success in effectively participating as a member of improvement teams.