Process Engineer I

Sabert Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sabert is a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. Founded in 1983, the company's purpose is to reinvent food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Sabert designs, manufactures, and distributes a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for various clients including food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains, and consumer entertaining. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during its recruiting process. Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert, and the company will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
3 to 5 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, preferably in plastics manufacturing.
Demonstrated experience leading process improvement and cost reduction projects.
Ability to draw in Solid Works to assist with process improvement projects.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to design and execute process trials and experiments with supporting business justifications.
Knowledge of plastics materials and processes, including APET, CPET, and PP preferred.
Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing best practices.
Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

Establish, monitor, and optimize standard operating conditions to ensure product quality and maximize production rates.
Lead process improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving efficiency, increasing capacity, reducing scrap, and lowering operating costs.
Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for quality, production, and equipment-related issues.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing operations.
Evaluate production equipment capabilities and recommend equipment, tooling, and process improvements.
Train and support operating personnel on process standards, operating procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Audit manufacturing operations and provide recommendations to leadership regarding process performance, operating effectiveness, and safety practices.
Support and lead efforts related to customer certifications, quality standards, and operational excellence initiatives.
Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.