Production Engineer

Plastic Ingenuity • Oxford, NC

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About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager or Engineering Team Leader, this person is responsible for day-to-day application of production engineering concepts through continual interaction with a wide range of production staff.

This includes working on process improvements such as possible tooling modifications, examining methods improvements, and analysis of optimum operating conditions.

This position has a hands-on process improvement emphasis and will also involve opportunities for supervisory and leadership experiences.

Requirements

• high attention to detail, with a strong affinity for accuracy.
• good communication and interpersonal skills capable of communicating across organizations effectively.
• strong project management skills capable of keeping projects on track and on budget.
• exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Enjoy working with their hands and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• This position requires a 4-year college degree with a major in industrial technology or engineering.
• In addition to formal educational background, this position will also require 1-2 years of practical experience within production to become well versed in specific thermoforming techniques.
• Prolonged periods of standing work
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to frequently lift 15-25 lbs.
• Occasional repetitive tasks with the upper extremities
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry
• Attention to detail
• Ability to correctly wear and use personal protective equipment

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of the PI manufacturing process while contributing to our zero-injury goal safety culture.
• This position will be a key component of the site's 5S Program.
• Analyzes and recommends process improvements and manufacturing methods related to safety through structured methods such as job hazard analyses.
• Prepares and evaluates the feasibility of machine design changes & coordinates such modification projects while working closely with production.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems and can troubleshoot these systems.
• Effectively communicates all aspects of our needs to equipment vendors/suppliers.
• Provides proposals for new equipment and improvements in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Leads or is part of interdepartmental teams to improve safe working practices.
• Strives to optimize operating conditions and resolve problem areas for routine tasks.
• Delivers training.
• Selects, mentors & prepares intern projects.
• Displays standard operating procedure knowledge.
• Performs other special projects as assigned.
• Follows good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level