What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineering Manager-Thermoforming position at Pactiv Evergreen - North America?
The position is a Plant Engineer who will provide equipment process (extrusion and thermoforming) support, manage projects related to new equipment and / or upgrades, and work productively with an established workforce. Roughly 30 employees report directly to this position. Financial acumen for data analysis of trends and tendencies, tenacity in the performance of the tasks within the role, and continuous improvement (Lean Management) are part of the requirements for this position.
This position is for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
- Essential Job Functions
- Qualifications :
- Bachelor's Degree
- CAD / CAM Software
- Blueprint Reading
- Extrusion Machine
- CAD Software (Solidworks, AutoCAD)
- Thermoforming Machine
Engineering support for the Covington Manufacturing processes.
Direct supervision / management over a team of roughly 7.
Establishes, coordinates, and directs Extrusion and Thermoforming process improvement initiatives.
Provides technical operations support for Extrusion and Thermoforming manufacturing problems. Develops and leads process-improvement initiatives to address specific issues as they arise.
Develop OEE and Quality improvement plans with the plant Leadership Team to meet Pactiv targets.
Assists in managing the capital budget and developing the technical talent in the group.
Responsible for CAR development and follow-up through the submission / approval process and coordination of capital activities.
Provides leadership in the pursuit of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity goals (SQDCP).
Provides over site and management of Changeover teams
Leads the team for completion of safety awareness topics and works for the reduction of triggers for unsafe behaviors. Corrects safety-related issues and leads investigations on safety-related topics.
Utilizes Plan, Do, Check, and Adjust methodology for managing daily improvement (MDI).
Capable of recognizing opportunities for improvement and generating a list of ideas for annual plant operational improvement.
Utilizes lean methods (Kaizen) for process improvements and utilizes daily coaching for sustainment.
Utilizes operational data to make informed decisions daily.
Ensures layered audits are completed as scheduled and implements countermeasures to safeguard goal attainment.
Uses metrics for accountability to mark improvement or need for improvement.
Provides engineering support and resources to sustain plant production including assisting with plant facilities and production equipment maintenance.
Provides support to the maintenance department as needed.
Bachelor’s in Engineering – Strongly preferred
Bi-lingual- a plus
5 years of plant experience in technical and management roles - well-versed in all facets of plant operations and maintenance with a strong emphasis on safety.
Lean Methodologies or Continuous Process Improvement required.
Technical experience to include process support and working / hands-on knowledge of Foam extrusion and thermoforming on a large scale.
Must be results-oriented with a high energy level for process and performance improvement; impatient with the status quo in the facility and willing to invest the time and effort necessary to facilitate changes.
Demonstrated collaborative ability in dynamic organizational environments.
ACAD proficiency a plus.
Strong analytical skills using standard software packages such as Excel and maintenance work order systems to identify opportunities and validate holding improvement gains.
You should be proficient in :
Machines & technologies you'll use :
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