Coordinate the efforts of Engineering and technical resources based on Senior Leadership Priorities and Site 90-day plan priorities.
Work with other departments (i.e. Prod Development, Project Management, Quality, Compliance, Operations, etc.) to integrate new systems.
Dedicate start-up management support for selected complex project integrations.
Ensures constant updates are provided to the VP of Manufacturing on the status of projects and improvement efforts in the facilities.
SME for automated packaging equipment, flow wrappers, beverage line, multi-combi scales, bag filling equipment, integrations, and automation.
Conduct studies, identify problems, recommend alternatives, and implement solutions in coordination with other teams.
Develop and deploy automated solutions for numerous processes to gain efficiency and streamline workflows.
Provide support to Start-up facilities via technical transfer: Staffing, Equipment layout and requirements, Construction hand off, Regulatory engagement, Best-practice processes, Technical transfer related to equipment.
Work with integrators, contractors, and site personnel to bring new functionality online and to troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Work with site maintenance and facilities personnel to develop and execute preventative maintenance plans.
Maintain up to date as-built records and drawings for existing and new deployments.
Integrate existing equipment with live data stream to dashboard with historian, report generation, alarms, notifications, and live visuals for site teams to track daily production.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years Operations and Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proven strategic experience in overseeing all aspects of large-scale manufacturing projects
Knowledgeable of TPM-based continuous improvement methodology
Knowledgeable of Engineering problem solving
Able to diagnose complex technical systems and develop simple human-machine interface and training solutions for optimal operations.
Experience in industrial networking/automation (SCADA-Ignition, ITOT, cyber security), controls experience (PLC – AB, Omron, Schneider, ladder logic \ STX), business and data analytics for manufacturing operations (Power Bi, Tableau,) vision systems, and robotics.
Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
Possesses a high level of critical thinking
Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks.
Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTI
Must have a solid understanding of the Medical Marijuana laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
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