Analyzing data and drafting implementation plans to optimize production processes
Maximizing efficiencies by eliminating waste and reducing operating costs
Interface with operating facilities and suppliers to develop and implement best practices
Designing and executing packaging technology strategies from concept to commercialization
Conduct trials to ensure efficient and effective execution
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external resources
Communicate with members of Operations, Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering and Quality Assurance
Develop and maintain equipment specifications to determine overall equipment effectiveness on packaging equipment
Mentor less experienced packaging engineers
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field
5+ years related experience in process and packaging equipment
Broad knowledge of packaging materials, equipment and manufacturing processes
Experience in the food industry preferred
General knowledge of food science, processing and manufacturing preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong time management, project management, organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Good research and development capabilities, including experimental design, familiarity with packaging testing methodology, and experience in commercialization
Benefits
Medical plans
Be Well programs for weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
Tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs
Apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Education Reimbursement Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
data analysispackaging technologyequipment specificationspackaging materialspackaging equipmentmanufacturing processesexperimental designpackaging testing methodologycommercialization
Soft skills
communication skillstime managementproject managementorganizational skillsindependent workmentoring