BS Business or Technical Degree, MBA a plus but not required, w/ 5+ years experience with increased levels of responsibility. Prefer Black Belt or Master Black belt in Lean Six Sigma or Six Sigma, with track record of proven projects using DMAIC process.
Broad business perspective with high aptitude technical and operational issues. Good leadership experience with proven coaching and mentoring skills. Must be willing to work long hours, be energetic, enthusiastic and have the capacity to apply extra effort when the occasion demands. Travel up to 30%.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position works directly with the Shrink Packaging Business, Supply Chain, T&I and other functional area leadership to identify and implement global operating improvements.
Key areas of focus are commonly rate, yield, quality and cycle-time capability, streamlining existing material and workflows and reducing non-value added activities throughout. Includes focused machine/ process step improvements and aggregate re-engineering and process re-design of whole manufacturing flows, layout and production processes. Additionally includes assignments to support or lead various business process improvement projects such as improving the reliability and cycle time of various business functions and aggregate product line analysis and support.
This position additionally works closely with the local production site management to encourage and coordinate the local integration of WCM tools and principles including Lean Six Sigma process improvement methodologies.
ET42214 Global Quality Director, NJ or IL $115-125K
Required and Desired Skills: BS, Technical,, Quality, Math, or Statistics an advanced degree preferred, Black or Green Belt certified. Candidate needs to have an in depth knowledge of High Quality Systems/Standards and Implementation. Statistics, SPC, Systems Design and strong Computer Skills. Project management techniques and team management skills. Looking for someone that has solid Auditing and Problem-solving skills, Continuous Improvements, and Expertise in Lean Six Sigma techniques. Ideally from a Flexible or Medical Packaging background, but will consider other high profile companies like GE, Honeywell, DuPont, etc.
Must be Promotable to take on a larger role from here.
Job Description:
Provide strategic and operational direction and leadership for quality systems development and implementation, for a global Business Unit. Lead and direct the Quality Assurance functions and activities for the organization, with a focus on continuous improvement and harmonizing quality systems.
Ensure the implementation of Quality Assurance systems to ensure that WIP and finished goods specifications are met and that product shipped to customers is within specification. Coordinate ongoing activities to ensure that specifications represent fitness-for-use and are sufficient to ensure customer satisfaction.
Work with outsourced partners - ensure the implementation of control procedures, necessary to assure that products coming from outsourced partners are in compliance to established specifications and that the specifications represent fitness-for-use.
Direct the gathering and analysis of data needed to troubleshoot quality issues. Investigate and direct the response to customer and consumer complaints.
Direct the quality aspect of new product development and line extensions in the manufacturing plants; work cross-functionally on these projects with R&D and the Business Units. Ensure effectiveness of the Stage Gate process and Mercury deployment as needed with Supply Chain.
Ensure audits and implementation of established institutional quality programs to assure the consistent effectiveness of programs - such as platform Quality Management Systems (ISO 9000), Lean Six Sigma, etc.
Use the agreed upon quality metrics (Quality SCOR from SAP) to compare (and report) business performance globally and implement corrective action as needed.
Drive and implement the 5 Drivers of Quality strategy and related action plans throughout the global organization.
ET42213 Project Engineer, VA and SD $60-70K
Job Description:
Provides a leadership role in defining and implementing capital projects for manufacturing processes
Responsible for managing the technical, financial, EH&S, and scheduling aspects of specific projects.
Responsible for lead role in capital expansions, coordinating the efforts of electrical, R&D, process engineering, installation contractors and plant engineering resources to meet CAR goals.
Job Qualifications:
BS in Engineering (ME or ChemE preferred) with 5+ years experience in Project Engineering and Equipment Maintenance.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with solid communication skills, both written and verbal, required.
Strong mechanical technical skills, as well as team building at all levels in the organization.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks over the length of projects.
ET42212 Process Engineer, MN $60-70K
BS Cheme, ME, Process Engineer, Extrusion Coating, Extrusion, Laminating
This candidate will work on a new extrusion coating line that is being installed. Will work on bringing this line on line and then optimizing it as well. Will work on quality and performance issues of the PE Extrusion / Coating operation.
These guys are the leaders in their field, have state of the art equipment, and have seen 20% growth in the last couple years. Would also work for a great guy.
ET42211 Process Engineer - Flexo Printing, SC $65-75
BS Cheme, ME, EE, IE, Process Engineer, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black, Flexo Printing, Inks, Film Converting
Recently transferred someone to the Extrusion Department, leaving a void in the Flexographic Printing Department. They Ideally would love to see someone with 5 years manufacturing experience who has Printing knowledge, but will take a solid Process Engineer who brings a Six Sigma Green or Black Belt to the department. The department has 9 Flexographic Printing lines and 25 bag machines. Having a understanding of Ink formulation would be a big plus, but not critical. Would take a web handling background like laminating, extrusion, slitting, who drives for process improvements through statistical data analysis. High profile position with great career growth.
ET42210 Process Engineer, WI $45-65K
Job Requirements: BS Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related Engineering field with a good understanding of the plastics industry. Minimum of 3-5 years in manufacturing with a specific knowledge of extrusion processes. Strong technical skills with the ability to communicate effectively and accurately. Familiarity with CAD systems.
Job Responsibilities: Responsible for developing and improving manufacturing capabilities in regards to existing and new products. Responsible for Extrusion Tooling, equipment upgrades and modifications, specify and justify new equipment purchases. May be required to have direct customer contact in a support role for the Sales and Marketing Department where technical assistance is necessary. Interface with other various departments of the organization in a teamwork environment. Departments include but are not limited to Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Tool Room, Maintenance, and Facilities.
Have the ability to manage several projects at one time. The person in this position must be able to diagnose the root cause of processing problems and variations and then implement steps toward alleviating those problems or variations. Strong communication skills both writing and verbal, in order to convey ideas and concepts to upper management and to production employees. Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of CAD and Excel or other spreadsheet software. Must have the ability to organize and interpret large amounts of data (i.e. cost summaries).
ET42209 Process Engineer - Blown Film Extrusion, NC $65-80K
BS Cheme, ME, Polymer Eng, Process Eng, Blown Film Extrusion, Co-Extrusion. Looking for someone with solid hands on Process Engineering skills from a Blown Film Extrusion manufacturing background. Will be responsible for multiple lines within this plant of 120 people. Will concentrate on process improvements, quality programs, and small capital projects. Would consider anyone with Blown Film knowledge, but must have a 4 yr degree. Position is open because of promotion.
ET42208 Sr. Mechanical Engineer, SC $75-85K
Job Description: Position is responsible for project management, development, and support activities as they relate to selected Aseptic packaging equipment projects. The responsibilities of this position are to include all aspects of equipment development and support. Specifically, activities of this position are to include design, specification, documentation, construction, installation, checkout, startup, training of personnel, and support functions.
Job Qualifications: BS in Engineering from an accredited curriculum / institution. Successful candidate should have at least 3 years of progressive experience in a related discipline. In addition to strong project management experience, AutoCAD and / or Solid Modeling software experience is desired. Experience with packaging equipment, specifically aseptic packaging systems, is a plus for this position. This position is to include a moderate level of travel (approximately 30%) and will interface with contacts, internal and external, on a global basis.
ET42207 Medical Film Process Engineer, SC $65-85K
Looking for Process Person who can solve manufacturing problems with Cast Film Extrusion ideally with Co Extrusion knowledge. They will consider someone from Blown Film and train them on the specifics of Cast film, GMP, and FDA regulations. Need to know flexible film, nothing rigid like PVC. There are two lines and bringing on a third in 2008. They have one process engineer, a Quality Mgr who is a cheme, and then this opening. Will be actively involved in bringing on the third line and then working with process scale up and commercialization of new products, as well as the day to day problem solving. This business has had 25% growth in the last several years. They support the US and Globally. Great growth potential from this job. Added pluses are SPC, Six Sigma, Green or Black Belts, linear low Polyethylene, EVA, or EVOH.
ET42206 Process Engineer, PA $60-70K
Job Summary: Position is responsible for identification, development, and implementation of process and procedural modifications to improve productivity, process control, and operational profitability. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: • Assist in the design, modification, installation of equipment improvements. • Project management, including specification development, selection, installation and startup of capital equipment • Operational Process improvements
Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, plus at least five (5) years of in plant or process engineering. • Knowledge of web handling processes required • Knowledge of flexographic printing, lamination and slitting processes required. •Experience working with or leading manufacturing teams • Excellent PC skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required. • Excellent written and oral communication skills and solid presentation skills. • Excellent organizational and time-management skills • Ability to define and solve problems dealing with many variables and limited standards and time.
Need someone working in Extrusion that can deal with the day to day process improvement/ continuous improvement plant activities, but also be the bridge between the new product development group and the plant. This person will work on emerging technologies at his primary plant, but will eventually travel 25% to help introduce technology into sister facilities. Will have great visibility and exposure. Like to see Lean Manufacturing or solid statistics knowledge.
ET42203 Sr. Process Engineer, GA $70-85K
We are looking for someone who will be very proactive, on the floor and involved with the day to day troubleshooting issues that can arise. This position is directly responsible for the process and quality control functions of the plant having annual sales of $30MM. Responsible for the defining of process parameters for the safe and efficient operation of all work centers. Serves as the conduit with customers in resolving issues and improving product and service. Identifies productivity gains and cost reductions. Commercialize new products developed either within own group and those developed by New Business Development. Minimum qualifications would be a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical, Plastic, or Mechanical), 2-5 years Manufacturing Experience being VERY "HANDS ON".
ET42202 Project Leader / Package Design $80-100K
Product Innovation 3-D Adobe, industrial design, project mgmt with customers, travel 20&, rapid prototypes, a couple ME's and food scientist. This position will provide technical leadership for projects as required to develop new package designs and systems starting with concept stage and ending with transition to early commercialization.
Major responsibilities include the following:
Work closely with customers to establish package needs and opportunities to develop new package systems that add value for both the customers and allow top line, profitable growth for the company.
Work with in-house process engineers or outside suppliers to define and prove feasibility of any new package components needed.
Perform preliminary IP search for establishing viability of new package system components. Work with legal department to complete any outside IP searches. Maintain appropriate work logs, and submit patent disclosures on any IP deemed appropriate for profitable protection of products or processes.
Oversee the startup and transitioning of newly invented products and processes to manufacturing facilities (internal or external) and/or new packaging systems in our customers’ plants.
Conduct hands-on experiments in the lab, pilot plant, customers’ plants, and vendors’ facilities.
Use stage gate process for product development and commercialization
Collaborate with other scientists and engineers in manufacturing, marketing, and customers for new product development. Lead projects and supervise one or more technicians
Provide support to the New Business Development department for developing new package concepts, as well as to the Create team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
BS, MS, or PhD in mechanical, chemical engineering, or package design
5 or more years experience in a packaging environment preferred
Hands-on experience with packaging equipment, food science, or graphic design preferred.
Record of technical achievements and innovation (commercial products, patents, publications, etc.) is a plus
Ability to interface effectively with employees of all levels
Creative thinker and personally motivated to succeed
Excellent communication skills
ET42201 Process Engineer, TX $55-65K
Job Description:
Ideal candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in a discipline that is compatible with the position requirements and have a minimum of five years experience. In addition, other skills required include leading cross-functional improvement teams, understanding of product specifications and processes with a focus on process analysis/control, variability/cost reduction, process optimization through experimental design, and other data base skills for quantifying process controls.
Key Responsibilities include :
Ability to utilize hands on experience in process trouble shooting blown film.
Assisting with the development of standard operating conditions for production equipment.
Developing and maintaining best practices library for processes while ensuring plant compliance.
Directing and coordinating activities at the plant level in order to meet the quality expectations of the customer
Providing support of plant operations with miscellaneous engineering and capital project management
Data based analysis of process conditions in plants to be used as action plan for improvements to core processes.
Analyzes/Reviews plant operations to submit quantifiable cost savings ideas while improving cost performance against budget.