Mechanical Engineer

Skjodt-Barrett Foods-posted 1 day ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Onsite • Lebanon, IN

101-250 employees

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Reporting to the Director of Engineering, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Lebanon, Indiana as a project leader. You will focus on mechanical systems, production equipment, automation, and line optimization, ensuring equipment supporting filling and sealing processes operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will lead equipment upgrades, mechanical design improvements, and automation integration projects across our food manufacturing operations. Working closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, Operations, and Maintenance, you will drive mechanical and automation initiatives from concept to commercialization. You will play a key role in optimizing filling and sealing operations, form, fill & seal (FFS) systems, robotics, mechanical assemblies, and vision-based technologies, while supporting continuous improvement efforts that increase uptime, boost throughput, and reduce mechanical failures. This is an onsite position based out of our plant in Lebanon, Indiana.

Design and develop innovative packaging solutions that meet product protection, shelf-life, and performance requirements. Configure and test form, fill & seal (FFS) systems, select suitable packaging materials, and ensure all solutions align with safety, quality, and cost parameters. Contribute ideas that enhance automation, sustainability, and production efficiency.
Manage packaging projects from concept through commercialization, leading equipment trials, material validations, and packaging performance testing. Work closely with cross-functional teams in R&D, Quality, Operations, and Maintenance to ensure new designs and processes are successfully implemented on the production floor and optimized for scale-up.
Oversee packaging trials, performance testing, and process validation to confirm seal integrity, shelf life, and overall packaging quality. Plan, track, and manage project timelines and milestones in Excel and Gantt charts, ensuring all deliverables are met on schedule. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings.
Provide hands-on technical support during equipment commissioning, changeovers, and troubleshooting activities. Leverage understanding of packaging machinery, and knowledge of programming or controls, to resolve issues, fine-tune processes, and ensure consistent, reliable packaging performance across lines.
Work cross-functionally with teams across Engineering, Operations, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and R&D, as well as with external vendors and equipment suppliers. Ensure packaging initiatives align with operational priorities, regulatory standards, and the company’s broader goals for growth and innovation.

A background in Packaging or Mechanical Engineering, with experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
Comfortable working on the production floor, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading packaging projects from concept through commercialization.
Experience with form, fill & seal (FFS) systems, vertical, horizontal, or both, and understand the complexities of high-speed automated production.
Know how to balance design requirements, material functionality, and operational efficiency to deliver solutions that perform.
A solid understanding of packaging materials, including films, laminates, and plastics, and how they interact with different food products.
Familiar with packaging line automation, process validation, and performance testing, and ideally bring knowledge of programming or controls integration to support troubleshooting and optimization.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and use tools such as Gantt charts to plan, track, and manage project milestones.
Follow all relevant HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards and are committed to ensuring compliance at every stage of production.
Curious, hands-on, and solutions-oriented, driven by the challenge of improving systems and processes.
Take initiative, think critically, and find practical ways to make packaging more efficient, sustainable, and reliable.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and results.
Professional communication and collaboration skills and can translate technical details into clear, actionable information.
Build trust and rapport with people at all levels, from operators and engineers to leadership and suppliers.
Value teamwork and shared accountability and thrive in an environment where continuous improvement and innovation are part of the culture.

knowledge of programming or controls

Growth and innovation. You will contribute to modernizing packaging systems and scaling efficiency across operations, joining an organization committed to investing in new technologies, automation, and people. As Skjodt-Barrett continues to grow, you will play a hands-on role in implementing packaging advancements that enhance quality, safety, and sustainability. Your expertise will help bridge engineering design and production reality, introducing new equipment, refining processes, and applying innovative solutions that keep pace with the company’s expansion and evolving customer needs.
Impact and ownership. This is a new role that offers the autonomy to drive meaningful change. You will lead packaging initiatives from concept to implementation, shaping how systems, workflows, and processes evolve. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will see your work translate directly to operational improvements, reducing waste, increasing throughput, and elevating product consistency across production lines.
Continuous improvement and development. At Skjodt-Barrett, we believe in learning, adapting, and growing together. You will collaborate with experienced professionals across Engineering, R&D, Operations, and Quality, gaining exposure to a broad range of packaging technologies and automation systems. As the company advances its modernization and sustainability goals, you will have opportunities to expand your technical expertise and pursue new career pathways.

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