Process System Engineer – Cryovac/Fresco and Related Equipment

SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for the efficient operation of all flexible packaging equipment to include: training of all personnel, repair and maintenance, maintaining a low cost repair and maintenance program on all equipment, reducing / eliminating quality related defects due to equipment malfunction and adjustment and improving the overall efficiency and through put of all flexible packaging equipment.  This will include understanding all aspects of the equipment such as pneumatics, schematics, processing controls, seaming, weight control, temperature controls and locks outs to insure machinery cannot be tampered with by operators.   This job will also include evaluating new types of equipments for flexible packaging as well as evaluating the performance of various film structures and their performance on the equipment.  This will be concluded by performing the following duties.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible to troubleshoot and correct malfunctions with the equipment including pneumatic, electrical and mechanical. 
• Responsible to fully tear down and rebuilds all flexible packaging equipment.    This may include modifications to existing design based on issues and problems.
• Responsible to develop and maintain a low cost repair and maintenance program for all flexible packaging equipment.
• Responsible to insure equipment is operating at or above designed efficiency for safety, quality and productivity.
• Responsible to maintain and develop all CAD drawing of equipment systems and controls. 
•  Installs and adjusts all aspects of devices and control instruments to include choosing types of control devices and programs.
• Develops training criteria and scope of operator / mechanic responsibilities for the proper operation of all flexible packaging equipment.
• Evaluates and improves upon engineered design of equipment to reduce quality related issues.

• Using SPC develop upper and lower control limits of equipment capability and find ways through design improvement or modifications to improve the process control of all critical functions.
• Maintains proper lubrication and repair and maintenance records on all equipment.  To include asset management for ROI and IRR evaluations.
• Writes capital proposals for any modification or design work on flexible packaging equipment.
• Evaluates and modifies equipment and/or equipment processes and controls to meet new product demands.
• Evaluates effectiveness of CIP system for all flexible packaging equipment.
• Responsible to stay up to date on best engineering practices and design in the flexible packaging industry and design or evaluate the design of new engineering designs and methods for the application within our company.

SAFETY:

• Inspect all safety features on machinery and report any safety hazards to Pouch Supervisor.
• Ensure proper safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn; bump caps, gloves, coats pants, safety glasses, face shields, and earplugs etc.
• Ensure that all Good Manufacturing Policies (GMP’s) are followed at all times.
• Will participate in Safety Tailgate meetings.
• Required to know and understand the emergency shut off points of designated equipment

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:  This position will interact at all levels of the internal organizational structure as well as external relationships with industry professionals, customers, vendors, competitors, auditors and others as a normal part of the workday.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

(Occasionally 1-33%; Frequently 34-66%; Continuously 67-100%)

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. (Occasionally)
• Stand, reach, climb, and lift (Occasionally)
• Stoop, kneel, and crouch (Occasionally)
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel (Frequently)
• Speech must communicate clearly with co-workers and Supervisors (Continuously)
• Push and Pull (Frequently)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

 performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed

to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually

moderate which mandates the use of hearing protection. Works around constant forklift, shuttle and truck/rail traffic.

(Occasionally 1-33%; Frequently 34-66%; Continuously 67-100%)

• Seasonal hot weather (Frequently)
• Humidity from the typical hot weather outside. (Frequently)
• Wet floors may contribute to slippery conditions. (Frequently)
• Fumes from forklift traffic. (Occasionally)
• Working in close proximity to heavy equipment including forklifts. (Continuously)
• Work varying hours including overtime to complete loading requirements. (Frequently)

QUALIFICATIONS:  of this position include strong leadership and management skills to include P&L responsibility and creating a high performance operation through the development of people.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Process), Food Science, or Business and/or 5 years experience in a similar role with similar responsibilities.   
• Language skills:  Highly effective in the use of the English language both written and verbal, ability to speak Spanish beneficial.
• Mathematical/Financial skills: Highly literate in the preparation and management of numbers as it relates to preparing, projecting and managing financial performance.
• Reasoning ability: The ability to determine cause of action through thorough investigative initiatives and strong reasoning ability.
• Communication skills:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Management/Leadership skills:  The ability to manage directly and through others.  The ability to provide situational leadership as well providing departmental leadership through the development of people and insuring the proper skill set and tasks are aligned to insure the highest probability of success. 
• Tools & Equipment used:  Motor vehicle, computers

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Ability to be certified in CPR and First-Aid
• Fork Lift Certified

Contact for immediate review of resume. Please email your updated resume to acastruita@exactstaff.com you can also call 1-877-364-2999 and ask for Angel.

Thank you! and Good Luck!