Process Engineer

Amcor•Boscobel, WI

About The Position

To provide technical leadership to production value stream(s), including continuous improvements in EHS, quality, productivity, troubleshooting, cost reduction, and operator engagement. Value stream processes include tandem extrusion, adhesive lamination, flexographic and rotogravure printing, slitting and various auxiliary processes.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, in order to work with customers, suppliers, and others at all levels throughout the organization
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong initiative and the ability to work independently to achieve desired results
Ability to use various computer applications in daily work including SAP
Solid knowledge of engineering concepts and practices
Green Belt certification, equivalent Lean-Six Sigma/WCOM or other continuous improvement training, or a demonstrated ability to gain such certification
Knowledge and understanding of converting processes or the ability and interest to learn them
Time management and personal organization skills, including the ability to manage several short and long-term projects simultaneously
Ability to work flexible hours to support troubleshooting and projects
Ability to train, coach, mentor, and lead others, and to foster teamwork
An Undergraduate degree in a technical field is preferred
A minimum of ten years of experience working in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on flexible packaging specifications and end use applications
Lean six sigma certification at a minimum green belt level, black belt preferred and will be required within a short period of obtaining the position
Some degree of external training and/or internal seminars in management, safety, quality, problem solving or related technical topics is expected

Responsibilities

Acts as a safety leader and demonstrates by complying with all safety rules, policies, regulations and procedures; participating in safety programs, audits and encouraging employee involvement from all employees in all safety activities.
Supports all written safety programs and safety training.
Monitors and improves product quality.
Resolves quality issues and dispositions quarantined product.
Researches assignable causes of customer complaints and works closely with customers to resolve and prevent quality issues.
Establishes and maintains standard operating conditions, procedures, and daily reporting requirements
Routinely audits operators’ standard work to ensure compliance and to identify opportunities
Troubleshoots and provides technical assistance as part of a help chain
Identifies and resolves daily production problems, engaging production personnel in corrective actions and coordinating with other functional areas throughout the facility and beyond (R&D, product development, Sales, customer technical service, etc.)
Monitors and adjusts production schedules to optimize daily results
Identifies opportunities and determines process capabilities through the use of statistical methods.
Establishes goals and continuous improvement action plans.
Prioritizes activities within the value stream.
Engages and assists operators daily by establishing and maintaining visual management tools
Plans and implements equipment repairs and improvements, coordinating major equipment downs with planning and maintenance.
Enters maintenance work orders
Completes expected VSE Standard Work, including safety training, safety observations, quality observations, whiteboard updates, weekend notes, employee recognition, and complaint responses
Initiates and justifies capital projects
Prepares and presents technical training.
Assesses operator skills attainment.
Prioritizes training activities.
Leads and participates in cross-functional teams to improve EHS, quality, and productivity.
Employs disciplined problem-solving methods.
Leads or serves on continuous improvement projects and reports progress monthly.
Provides backup support to other value streams, and coordinates improvements with peers
Stays abreast of and evaluates innovations in equipment, techniques, and materials
Plans and conducts trials of machines, materials, and products.
Assists product development efforts and fosters strong relationships to help build the business.
Identifies and achieves significant operational improvements and cost savings.
Meets regularly with managers to plan strategic priorities and to coordinate progress.
Develops new team members, co-op engineers, and lead persons

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)