This position will be directly linked to Food Manufacturing which is heavily engaged with oils, flavoring and color handling. Also pumping, mixing, holding, recirculating and also high-speed packaging with packaging materials such as bags, over-wrap, cartons and robotics. Primary focus on mechanical design on new oil and ingredient delivery systems.  Exposure to robotics is a big plus. Other duties include customer trials, liaison between R and D, production, marketing and engineering. 

Additional Information:

The purpose of this position is to work with new product development team to implement new products through design and process developments in a SQF environment. 

• Work with operations team to reduce process variability and improve production efficiencies. 
• Apply standards in the design of processes and manufacturing equipment.
• Work independently or as part of a team and also serve as occasional project lead for automation projects.
• Lead phases of automation projects through completion
• Be responsible for project management and training as needed
• Demonstrate solid rapport with clients, peers and supervisors’
• Contribute to the enhancement of overall equipment and effectiveness
• Develop vendor sources and work with them to continuously improve their costs and services
• Meet cost and timing objectives on all programs and projects.
• Train manufacturing on the use of new equipment and processes
• Assist in the debugging of new equipment and troubleshoot problems with existing equipment.
• Complete necessary documentation for processes

Degree in Engineering required. Very high exposure position. Must be promotable. Must have at least 2-4 years of experience in a food manufacturing / packaging environment. Must have solid troubleshooting and project management skills. Ideal candidate would be working for a national type food company with intimate experience in designing and improving food manufacturing (food contact surface equipment) processes. 

Why is This a Great Opportunity

This company loves promotable candidates.  Need someone who can interact with multiple departments.  Company is expanding with the U.S. and potentially outside the U.S.