Manufacturing Engineer

Information about #31931 Manufacturing Engineer

Work Location: Role will be based out of our Cuyahoga Falls location and travel frequently to other northeast Ohio locations

Formulated to Care

For more than 75 years, GOJO, Makers of PURELL® has been powered by people who are energized by helping the world experience greater health and well-being.

The positive impact of our PURELL® hand and surface hygiene solutions is driven by our global community of highly collaborative and talented team members who love to learn, innovate, care for each other, and deliver our Purpose of Saving Lives and Making Life Better.

Role Objective

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing a step change in operational effectiveness and efficiency in supply chain by developing, leading, and implementing engineering solutions focused on improving and optimizing the manufacturing and distribution processes within the GOJO Network. They are a highly collaborative subject matter expert that works cross functionally with multiple business units to drive operational excellence and achieve project objectives.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve manufacturing, logistics, and distribution processes by improving performance, availability, quality, and other cost savings through material efficiencies, labor efficiencies, etc.
• Lead and manage engineering projects, either in capital execution or ongoing manufacturing and distribution continuous improvement., ensuring the successful execution and delivery of project objectives
• Leads and/or participates in continuous improvement initiatives utilizing industry standard tools and methods (Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma/Root Cause Analysis) to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost effectiveness through the use of OEE metrics.
• Participates in or leads redesign of equipment, facilities and processes for reduced costs, increased throughput, expanded capabilities and improved safety and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and present project reports, including capital requests, trends and analysis related to manufacturing performance, process or equipment, project updates, budget analysis, and risk assessments to management and key stakeholders.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance for troubleshooting equipment, product, and process problems.
• Determine root causes of failures or recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods, using statistical procedures.
• Support planning, execution and maintenance of validation and cGMP documents for projects, equipment, or process modifications. Assure documentation is maintained in master Line Trial documents, IQ/OQ/PQ documents, and equipment files.
• Understands, develops, and leads technology transfer documentation, validation documentation and training of cGMP validation for new and modified OTC, EPA, drug, and other products and processes.
• Practices Project Management skills of project initiation, planning, execution, tracking, and control through to completion, and hand off
• Coordinates project elements: scope, schedule, budget, quality, human resources, communications, and risks, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Provides technical advice, training and mentoring for all GOJO employees.
• Translates tested or ambiguous concepts into design specifications for the manufacture and delivery of equipment. Design Specifications, standards URS, equipment type, components, and processes can become global standard for organization.
• Specifies, designs, obtains, and installs equipment and processes that supports GOJO organizational needs to produce finished products and services.
• Participate in feasibility studies for process safety and project risk assessments, identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborates with internal and external resources, vendors and suppliers to evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment and processes and provide technical feedback to design to improve standards and solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to Operations, Maintenance, R&D, Quality assurance, safety, and continuous improvement to drive process optimization and operational excellence

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science or associate degree in engineering or engineering Technology (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial) required
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing process
• Flammable liquid filling, packaging, and hands on equipment knowledge are a plus
• Project Management Professional certification and/or Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus
• Vorne system experience a plus

Supervision/Coordination

Individual contributor - Will routinely lead project teams and coordinate project resources. Supervision as required of contract personnel. Is responsible for resource development and team development. Will establish clear responsibilities and track accomplishments. Is responsible for integrating deliverables from differing functional areas.

Travel Requirements

Overnight Travel - sporadic - required.

Travel between campus locations in Northeast Ohio as needed

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please complete the online application process. You will have an opportunity to include your resume and a cover letter. GOJO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

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