Packaging Equipment Engineer - kdc/one Columbus

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

About us:

Columbus:

Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Columbus, Ohio facility. As part of the kdc/one network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Columbus facility is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 161/Beech Rd. in New Albany.

We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the kdc/one Team!

General Information:

The Packaging Equipment Engineer plans and directs activities to optimize filling line performance and drive continuous improvement plans. The Packaging Equipment Engineer understands and implements company and customer written procedures in accordance with cGMP and other governmental regulations. Also plays a key role in equipment selection for new projects and cost savings initiatives.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent; preferably Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering. In lieu of a degree, equivalent years of experience will be considered.
• Minimum 7 years experience in a production environment (preferably FDA regulated) with both high speed and agile filling and packaging systems.
• Strong English communication (both written and oral), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  
  

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Wages/Salary
• Health/Vision/Dental/401k/bonus potential!
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Immediate openings
  
  

This position is responsible for:

 

• Drives continuous improvements throughout filling and packaging operations.
• Supports manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and process improvement.
• Develops and implements processes and systems to measure line performance and prioritize improvement areas to reduce downtime and small stops and improve quality and throughput..
• Manages the development and implementation of equipment for new products, processes, and capacity expansion plans.
• Leads equipment and process qualification activities for new equipment and processes.
• Assists with all project proposals and cost estimates as well as gathers all project related quotes. Provides costing estimates for projects and products.
• Provides leadership and training in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, DMAIC, etc) and coaches employees in the use of these tools.
• Tracks improvement project and submits weekly summaries detailing status of each project.
• Participates in loss analysis studies.
• Uses 3D printing and 3D scanning technologies to improve cost and reactivity.
• Ensures that capital projects are on budget.
• Provides training to line leads, operators, and mechanics as needed in key SOPs and improvement methodologies.
• Supports Health & Safety programs and cGMP initiatives.
  
  

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.

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