Manufacturing Line Engineer

• SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

Responsible for the ownership and performance of filling and assembly of designated production lines. Make recommendations on equipment and processes to maintain product quality and integrity. Ensure quality specifications and production performance are maintained throughout the process. Responsibilities include maintaining a high level of quality, improving performance metrics, reducing cost, improving sustainability, continuous improvement and developing best practices within the manufacturing filling and assembly lines.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform evaluation, design and develop manufacturing processes of filling and/or packaging equipment and other related processing aids including product flow, storage of products and assembly methods for production equipment. Ability to perform Installation and Operations Qualifications, IOQ.
• Review existing operations in a major area of work and implement innovation processes to generate new ideas and ensure the required continuous improvement outcomes are delivered.

• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards and reducing scrap.
• Performs product and process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and improved efficiency.
• Lead, manage and direct training activities for filling and packaging.
• Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues and site management to support the analysis of information, the specification of the methods, process steps and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems.
• Contribute to the development of and implement feasibility testing or proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the process.
• Identify shortcomings and suggest improvement to existing processes, systems and procedures, then delivers a plan for the process owners.
• Carry out a range of engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
• Assist Department managers in improving systems related production control. Create, evaluate, and update all standard operating procedures for processes, equipment, quality, and safety related to the area of responsibilities.
• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation and industry best practices through education, attending conferences and reading specialist media.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.

• Promote compliance with Bright Innovation Labs policies, procedures, quality standards and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as well as safety and environmental regulations. Participate, as required, in safety and GMP training sessions, and other company training sessions.

• COMPETENCIES
  • Working knowledge of filling/assembly and production processes
  • Lean Manufacturing techniques and/or Six Sigma; preferred, not required
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints/drawings.
  • Knowledgeable in CAD, CAD/CAM Circuit Design; preferred
  • Detail-oriented, with strong planning abilities.
  • Ability to simplify strategy into specific action with clear accountability, making decisions with speed and accuracy based on best available information
  • Understands customer needs, industry trends, and the competitive landscape in the industry
  • Administrative skills and ability to multi-task
  • Execution (results-oriented)
  • Must have strong verbal and writing skills along with strong communication skills.
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write in English; Spanish a plus.
  • Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Must successfully pass a background check and drug screen

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• 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 frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a computer and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• S. Engineering Degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical Preferred)
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred, not required
• 3-5 years' experience in Manufacturing (GMP and ISO certified Manufacturing preferred)

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000