Corporate Project Engineer

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking a Corporate Project Engineer to lead manufacturing improvements across facilities, coordinating data collection, design, and startup support for new and existing equipment.

The role emphasizes process optimization, quality improvements, and reliability, with strong emphasis on project leadership, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience (5 years).
• Experience leading or managing technical projects is required.
• Certification such as AME or SME is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Manages cost reduction projects and documents AFE updates.
• Develops project objectives and plans with management.
• Monitors and improves machine processes; trains employees and supports safety improvements.
• Evaluates and improves processes by designing and testing methods and equipment.
• Identifies root causes of product complaints and validates corrective actions.
• Participates in projects to reduce downtime and scrap; plans and commissions new/modified lines.
• Develops process documentation for integration into the quality system.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures and managing contracts.
• Prepares status reports and analyzes timelines; investigates operational problems.
• Ensures contractors comply with OSHA and regulations, and secures necessary permits.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Certification: AME or SME (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD (2D)

SAP

Minitab

MS Office Suite (Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Job description

Job Description

A Corporate Project Engineer is accountable for the planning/organizing, collecting data, development, design, and coordination of manufacturing improvements in assigned Mauser facilities. This also includes providing start-up, testing assistance of new/existing equipment, evaluate manufacturing processes to improve product quality, process efficiencies and machine reliability; improve work flow; validate improvements.

Job Description

A Corporate Project Engineer is accountable for the planning/organizing, collecting data, development, design, and coordination of manufacturing improvements in assigned Mauser facilities. This also includes providing start-up, testing assistance of new/existing equipment, evaluate manufacturing processes to improve product quality, process efficiencies and machine reliability; improve work flow; validate improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manages activities of cost reduction projects including documentation to write AFE update reports
• Develops project objectives and plans by reviewing the overall scope with the management team
• Monitors and improves machine processes & develops work instructions to train employees and participate in implementing safety improvements by working with internal and external resources
• Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; incorporating new methods and techniques; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, tooling and materials; soliciting observations from operators; studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment
• Assists in determining root cause and provide corrective action with customer product complaints and validate implemented manufacturing process improvements to ensure desired results
• Participates in projects that support in reducing downtime and scrap while organize, plan and commission new or modified production lines
• Develops appropriate manufacturing process documentation (work instructions, process setup instructions, and maintenance requirements) for integration into the company’s quality system
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures and administering contractor contracts
• Prepares project status reports by analyzing information and reviewing timelines and investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner
• Ensures that all contractors and personnel working on projects comply with Federal, State and OSHA regulations. Obtaining necessary building permits if applicable

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or minimum of 5 years’ equivalent experience
• Previous experience managing or leading technical projects required
• Desired attainment of nationally recognized certification in manufacturing engineering, such as AME or SME
• Excellent computer and data analysis skills. proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), SAP & Data Analysis (such as Minitab) experience a plus
• Ability to read CAD drawings; experience with utilizing 2D Auto Cad
• Excellent analytical thinking and innovative problem-solving skills

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.