Process Engineer

Your Role: 

The Process Engineer supports Manufacturing Operations using engineering skills to identify and implement process improvements in the areas of Safety, Product Quality, and Efficiency. The individual will be responsible for developing procedures that facilitate process standardization and support future process expansion. In addition, the individual will monitor processes for effectiveness, quantify results, and present findings to management.  

You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

• Work safely, in a manner that protects and promotes the health and well-being of the individual, fellow employees, and the environment. 

• Lead or assist with manufacturing and R&D trials as required. 

• Plan, manage, and deliver Capital Projects on time and within budget. Coordinate internal and external resources to deliver services or equipment as required. 

• Engage production employees in continuous improvement activities to ensure new equipment or processes meet the production team's needs. 

• Train Production and Maintenance teams on new or improved processes within the plant. Develop standard work procedures or other documentation to ensure the process is maintained. 

• Assist Production Manager with the investigation and resolution of quality issues reported within the plant and externally in the field. 

• Assist in general maintenance of plant process equipment, applying working knowledge of facilities equipment. 

• Comply with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) programs to ensure products meet the requirements for safe food packaging and report food safety concerns to those with authority to act. 

• Limited travel may be required to visit equipment vendors, customers, or technical forums. 

You will express your ideas and make recommendations for improvements. Ultimately, you will make our processes more efficient and productive therefore you will have a direct impact on the company! 

You will love it here if… 

• You put safety first, always
• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

We need you to have: 

• BA/BS in Engineering. 

• 3-5 years of applicable technical experience. 

• Demonstrated motivation and leadership skills. 

• Demonstrated application of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular engineering field (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred).  

• Proficiency in various computer software including MS Office, CAD, QAS, and MiniTab.  

• A commitment to excellence and continuous improvement with experience in various Continuous Improvement Processes and Initiatives (i.e. 5S, Value Streams, Six Sigma, TPM).  

• Solid Project Management capabilities with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously from origin through execution.  

Icing on the cake: 

• MBA or other advanced degree. 

• Previous project management certification and/or experience. 

• Working knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting. 

• Experience in a polyethylene bag-making environment. 

If you answer yes to the following…we want to meet you!

• Intellectual Curiosity: Do you have an inquisitive nature?
• Problem Solving: Do you have a knack for tackling issues head-on?  
• Entrepreneurship: Do you enjoy taking ownership of your work?
• Customer Centricity: Do you always act in the best interests of the customer, putting their needs first?  
• Growth Mindset: Do you focus on progress rather than perfection?
• Continuous Improvement: Are you never satisfied with the status quo?