Job Title: Process Engineer

City: Weyauwega / State: Wisconsin

Job Description

The Process Engineer supports Manufacturing Operations using engineering skills to identify and implement process improvements in the areas of Safety, Product Quality, and Efficiency. The individual will be responsible for developing procedures that facilitate process standardization and support future process expansion. In addition, the individual will monitor processes for effectiveness, quantify results, and present findings to management.

Process Engineer Responsibilities:

• Work safely, in a manner that protects and promotes the health and well-being of the individual, fellow employees, and the environment.
• Identify, assist, and lead if appropriate the implementation of process improvements in the areas of Safety, Quality, Efficiency, and Service Rate in support of Plant Performance Goals. Lead or assist with manufacturing and R&D trials as required.
• Plan, manage, and deliver Capital Projects on time and within budget. Coordinate internal and external resources to deliver services or equipment as required.
• Drive continuous improvement using 5s or Lean Manufacturing principles where applicable.
• Engage production employees in continuous improvement activities to ensure new equipment or processes meet the needs of the production team.
• Develop solutions to process, equipment, or documentation issues in support of production team.
• Work with Production and Technical Service and R&D teams to troubleshoot process or equipment issues to root cause. Provide technical knowledge in support of Plant Shift Maintenance group.
• Train Production and Maintenance teams on new or improved processes within the plant. Develop standard work procedures or other documentation to ensure process is maintained.
• Support R&D group in the development and implementation of new processes and products to ensure process meets objectives for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Assist Production Manager with the investigation and resolution of quality issues reported within the plant and externally in the field.
• Assist in general maintenance of plant process equipment, applying working knowledge of facilities equipment.
• Comply with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) programs to ensure products meet the requirements for safe packaging of food products, and report food safety concerns to those with authority to take action.
• Limited travel may be required to visit equipment vendors, customers, or technical forums.
• Maintain monthly records of project work for month end reporting on accomplishments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• BS. in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or similar Engineering Discipline

Experience:

• 5+ Years practical engineering work experience in extrusion, converting, or similar manufacturing field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, quality control, cost analysis, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel, meeting project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills (Root Cause analysis techniques required).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to work alone or in a group setting.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, MS Projects, and CAD (Solidworks and Autocad).
• Solid Modeling Skills using Solidworks is preferred.
• 5S and Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude required.

For applicants or employees who are disabled, or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance by calling us at (847)482-3550 or email Recruitment@ReynoldsBrands.com .

No recruiter calls or emails please.

Reynolds Consumer Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

Reynolds Consumer Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is The Law Poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

The Pay Transparency Policy Statement can be found on this link:

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/PayTransparencyNondiscrimination.html

The poster and the supplement can be found on this link.

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

For applicants or employees who are disabled, or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance by calling us at (847)482-3550 or email Recruitment@ReynoldsBrands.com.