Engineering Manager – Materials & Converting

Pregis; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis is seeking an Engineering Manager – Materials & Converting based in Aurora, IL. You will lead NPD projects and innovation initiatives, driving sustainable consumable product offerings through material development and next generation converting technologies.

The role requires deep understanding of converting technology and fitness-for-use across markets, reporting to the Vice-President, Technology. Travel ~30% to Pregis facilities and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 12–15 years’ experience in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/plant engineering roles.
• Experience leading root cause analysis on manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of 3-phase power, transformers, switchgear, and machine wiring.
• Capable of capital project management and end-to-end project planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from development through commercialization using the NPC process.
• Create roadmaps to test concepts; modify manufacturing or pilot equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with external partners to accelerate development and ideation.
• Mentor team members; manage vendor selection and oversight.
• Execute multiple project paths to validate concepts and build/modify pilot equipment.

Skills

Leadership

PLC programming

HMI programming

Servo & stepper control

3-phase power & distribution

Capital project management

NPD product development

Vendor management

Cross-functional communication

Project planning & scheduling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

To support Pregis’ aggressive growth plans, the Engineering Manager – Materials & Converting will lead NPD projects and innovation initiatives across Pregis. Key initiatives include driving sustainable consumable product offering through material development and next generation converting technologies.

Critical is this role is the need to understand the converting technology and fitness-for use of the products in application for our markets. This role will report to the Vice-President, Technology and be based in Aurora, IL.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from development through to commercialization using the NPC (New Product Commercialization) process
• Create roadmap to prove out concepts, via recommended modifications to manufacturing or pilot equipment
• Work strategically with approved external partners to accelerate development and ideation
• Manage projects while mentoring and support team members on projects, vendor selection and management
• Execution of multiple project paths to prove out concepts, build and/or modify pilot equipment to create consumable product prototypes

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Technical skills: A minimum of 12-15 years’ experience in a combination of roles as mechanical/ electrical/ manufacturing/ plant engineer. Working predominantly in plastic, paper, nonwoven web handling manufacturing environments.
• Leadership – Proven experience leading a group or individuals on root cause analysis on manufacturing equipment, in person or remote – Occam’s Razor
• PLC programming; HMI programming
• Servo and Stepper motor control programming
• Basic understanding of pneumatic systems and controls
• Understanding of 3 phase power, line transformers, 3-phase power distribution, switch gear, facility wiring, and machine connection.
• Capital Project Management
• Project Planning from start to finish which includes all aspects in scheduling/allocating resources, tracking budget, documentation, reviewing vendor quotes and conducting analysis, providing internal updates to stakeholders, managing work streams, and project installs
• Knowledge of Safety requirements CE compliance
• Support new equipment in manufacturing environment and maintenance
• Coordinate operator and maintenance training
• NPD Product Development
• The ability to understand machine capability
• Able to conceptually design and chose machine build partner, and align resources to projects
• Retain and build a trusted network of external service providers, including machine shops, electricians, control/system integrators.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to effectively deliver critical messaging to cross functional stakeholders, internally and externally
• Demonstrated and proven ability to pivot, adapt, and flex to changing business priorities
• Proven experience in managing multiple projects with minimal oversight and ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous work-streams
• Provide leadership on the manufacturing floor during trials while working side-by-side with operations.
• Physical: Requires standing for long periods of time for varied durations of time; as much as up to 12 hours.

Travel

This role will require travel to Pregis facilities, vendors, and customers of approximately 30%.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis’ total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $155,000 to $175,000, depending on experience and skills.

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