MCP Manufacturing Engineer

Huhtamaki is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Goodyear, AZ, to enhance equipment and material performance, improve process efficiency, and support new projects. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, managing projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A BS in Engineering and manufacturing experience are preferred. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and requires strong communication skills.
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We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. Were on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because its our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. Its every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Manufacturing Engineer

Sets up and conducts test of materials and/or components under operational conditions to investigate design proposals for improving equipment/material performance or to obtain data for development, standardization, and quality control. May lead a team.

Engineer To provide engineering services to the Operations for both new project work and existing process sustainability. Reduce process and product variability, improve quality, and reduce cost. Responsible for a variety of technical assignments as needed and to create innovative solutions to technological problems. A broad skill set is desired in the areas of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and process control. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Continuously evaluates the process/equipment to improve cycle time, reduce scrap, and improve efficiencies.

Assist in the layout and installation of equipment, system hookups i.e. water, air, power, as well as material handling equipment.

Startup and debug new equipment installations in cooperation with Maintenance.

Develop and record operating parameters for products on all lines.

Analyzes and troubleshoots process problems above and beyond the operator s ability.

Works without supervision to solve normal production process problems.

Manage capital and expense projects.

Maintain safety, product quality, and manufacturing effectiveness through daily troubleshooting and resolution of process variation, across all production and process areas. Works with internal and external customers/vendors to resolve technical/quality issues and provide special expertise.

Participates in cross-functional work teams (plant staff, operators, electricians, and mechanics, Process Owner, R &D, Marketing, Vendor and Customer) to resolve problems and develop new products and processes.

Start-ups, new products and equipment (supervises installation, troubleshoots initial production, ensures new process stability and products meet requirements, documents and transfers to Production).

Incorporates Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles into projects and operations.

Develops detailed project scopes, drafts project Gantt charts, writes CEPs and manages projects to completion and in budget.

Requirements:

BS Degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Electrical preferred.

Manufacturing experience is desirable.

Project and equipment design experience is desirable.

Strong inter-personal and communications skills.

Continuous Improvement principles, Design of Experiments and Six Sigma are highly desirable.

Reasoning Ability

Strong problem solving skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions in a disciplined manner and effectively propose and carry out effective solutions to a range of complex problems is mandatory. Ability to manage multiple priorities, have good interpersonal and leadership skills; planning and organizing skills; problem solving and reasoning skills using quantitative and qualitative information

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the 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 of the position.

- a great amount of standing and walking.

- occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with no assistance.

- rarely, lift 50 pounds above shoulder height.

- stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, squat, and crouch.

- reach above, at, below, and to the side, while twisting body and twisting at waist.

- climb stairs and ladders.

- wear PPE (ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, etc)

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in an environment with:

- above normal heat conditions - flashing lights

- noise levels exceeding 90 decibels - sirens and horns

- light dust in the air - powered moving equipment passing nearby

- moving machine parts - cool temperatures

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with additional hours as workload requires.

Employee must be able to work various hours and various shifts.

The facility includes departments that operate 24/7.

Travel may be required.

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