Packaging Engineer Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

OVERVIEW

You are an experienced engineer with experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing operation. You have a proven track record and a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent analytical thinking and problem solving skills and a drive for continuous improvement. You enjoy a challenge and have the energy and vision to recognize and implement improvement opportunities both independently and as part of a team with members of all levels of an organization.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Identifying and implementing improvements in packaging equipment throughput, quality, safety and efficiency

Working closely with line operators to understand problems, perform troubleshooting and develop solutions together

Use strong continuous improvement skills to enhance system reliability and identify/implement productivity and cost improvements including new technologies.

Develop and improve procedures and instructions to minimize packing line setup and changeover time/cost.

Show thorough understanding of the interactions between machine, materials, methods, environment, and people to provide robust operating systems.

Provide key technical support in capital projects and new product and packaging material testing/start-ups. Ensure safety and quality aspects of the equipment meets company requirements

Minimize packaging material scrap, product scrap and product giveaway.

Deputise for the Department manager when required.

Other duties as assigned by manager.

WORK EXPERIENCES

3+ years of experience in packaging engineering, packaging development, quality engineering, or manufacturing.

A demonstrated ability to select and apply sound engineering practices and principles to the design and development of high volume consumer products packaging.

Strong background and proven results in Leading Continuous Improvement efforts through the application of Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma Activities.

Experience in Packaging Controls

Supervisory experience is a distinct advantage

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

B.S. degree (or higher) in Engineering, Packaging Science or related field from an accredited college/university.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Recognized technical abilities and practical experience with strong capabilities in the following areas:
Theory/functionality of manufacturing systems and unit operations;
Continuous improvement;
Food science/chemistry or packaging science;
Statistics and analytical methods;
Process measurement and control;
Mechanical aptitude;
Troubleshooting;
Ability to understand and apply general engineering principles

Manage multiple projects with overlapping tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to lead diverse teams to challenge the status quo to achieve operational improvements

Demonstrated ability to identify problems, develops solutions, and quickly implements their strategy.

Strong organization skills, attention to detail and follow through to resolve any outstanding issues.

Proficient skills specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are required.

Fundamental understanding of food standards, safety and sanitary regulations and good manufacturing practices.