Manager, Production Engineering

Production Engineering Manager

Baltimore, MD;
Salary: $ - $ (Posted 1 day ago)

CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc., is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and sales of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers worldwide by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brands, retailers, and consumers alike.

With operations in 39 countries, employing approximately 25,000 people and net sales of approximately $12 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to customers and drive business performance locally and globally.

Crown Closures, Aerosol & Promotional Packaging (CAPP) Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for the largest consumer packaging companies in North America. Our distinguished clients include SC Johnson, Abbott Laboratories, and Unilever, and we produce closures, aerosol packaging, and promotional and specialty packaging.

As an active member of the production team on the plant floor, the Production Engineering Manager ensures that production lines run efficiently and effectively. This role works with all plant members and reports to the Plant Manager.

• Lead design and technical development of press tooling, components, and machines from concept to production in Specialty Packaging Products manufacturing lines (new and modification of existing products)
• Provide cross‑functional training and support across design, production, and customer interface
• Specialize in blank estimation, component and tool design, tooling & process development, machine layout, sample manufacture & reverse engineering
• Develop factory and line layouts for production scale‑up and process optimization
• Support urgent tooling work during high‑pressure production periods
• Prepare and administer department budget within established guidelines for maintenance and repair of building and equipment
• Design, implement and maintain preventive as well as predictive maintenance programs
• Manage all processes and equipment to meet state & federal compliance requirements (air permits, WWT discharge permits, OSHA safety standards, etc.)
• Maintain plant quality performance standards
• Able to manage and direct engineering staff and workforce
• Facilitate and foster a teamwork‑oriented philosophy
• Responsible for all engineering department safety‑related matters
• Plan and oversee capital expenditure items including equipment purchases, contracted labor and in‑house construction and fabrication projects
• Provide on‑and‑off‑hour emergency response including equipment repair, damage control, and assignment of support personnel
• Facilitate and support EHS programs such as hazardous waste disposal programs
• Provide necessary training for new and existing employees
• Keep up on technological changes such as retrofitting machinery to meet today’s new laws and efficiency standards
• Perform other job‑related duties as required or assigned
• Work safely, maintain a safe working environment, housekeeping, and orderliness
• Understand SQF and SQF responsibilities as assigned

• Must be able to work independently
• Function well within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Multi‑tasking and organizational skills are essential
• Expert proficiency level in Microsoft Office with specific emphasis on Excel, Access and Word
• Adopt a calm and level‑headed management approach to problems, often under pressure and stress
• Maintain an approachable, helpful atmosphere with the workforce, facilitating in solving any problems that may arise
• Always maintain confidentiality

• BA/BS Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical) or comparable degree required
• Minimum 5 years experience in design, development, prototyping to final product manufacturing (tooling, process, equipment, set‑up, training) for Specialty packaging metal tins
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated project management, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to develop processes and procedures without existing systems
• Management experience preferred
• Certified Solid Works professional with advanced proficiency in 3D modelling and technical drawings