Packaging Line Engineer

Qualifications

• Expertise in horizontal form, fill, and seal (HFFS) machinery and related automation systems.
• Strong understanding of conveyors, case erectors, case packers, robotic palletizers, and integrated packaging lines.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems.
• Ability to spend sit, stand, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work at height.
• Ability to exert and/or lift up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Visual acuity to determine accuracy, neatness, thoroughness, variances in product (including color vision).
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions (from very cold to very hot).

Key Responsibilities

• Help lead the installation, and commissioning of the HFFS packaging line and associated equipment, ensuring all systems meet production and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and internal teams, and help to document all technical specifications and operational protocols for the packaging line.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training materials for the HFFS system and supporting equipment.
• Manage the performance of all packaging equipment, ensuring that settings, calibration, adjustments, optimize efficiency, quality, and product safety.
• Able to configure and manage all HMI/equipment settings and recipes.
• Develop and train operators on all systems, settings and calibrations for each piece of equipment to ensure that the entire packaging line is flowing at peak performance.
• Serve as the technical expert for HFFS equipment and lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts to address operational challenges.
• Develop and implement the preventative maintenance plan.
• Help with troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize packaging line downtime.
• Help develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, uptime, and reject rates to ensure peak equipment performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance equipment reliability, reduce waste, and improve packaging efficiency.
• Evaluate new technologies and methods to maintain a state-of-the-art packaging operation.
• Develop and execute capital projects related to packaging line upgrades and expansions.
• Train and support operators and maintenance staff to ensure proper use and care of the equipment.
• Work closely with quality, production, and maintenance teams to maintain high safety and food quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with management to report on performance metrics, improvement initiatives, and project status.

Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in horizontal form, fill, and seal (HFFS) machinery and related automation systems is a plus.
• Strong understanding of conveyors, case erectors, case packers, robotic palletizers, and integrated packaging lines.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems.
• Ability to spend sit, stand, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work at height.
• Ability to exert and/or lift up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Visual acuity to determine accuracy, neatness, thoroughness, variances in product (including color vision).
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions (from very cold to very hot).

Benefits

• PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
• 401K with a competitive company match.
• 8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Parental Leave.
• Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Uniform and Boots provision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Chaplain Program.
• Smart Dollar.
• Company Events and Luncheons.
• Paid Volunteer Days.
• Referral bonuses.