Lead Packaging Systems Engineer - High Speed Beverage Production

The Foth Companies; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foth Companies seeks a Lead Packaging Systems Engineer to enhance packaging solutions for clients. This role involves leading projects, integrating systems, and mentoring colleagues in a flexible and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the beverage industry and in managing high-speed packaging systems, contributing to innovative and efficient production strategies.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work-from-home options

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with food/beverage systems design and integration.
• Capital project execution experience.
• PE registration or ability to obtain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects for improving packaging systems and integration.
• Conduct audits, data analysis, and solution development.
• Manage documentation and oversee project execution.

Skills

Data analysis

Solution development

Leadership

Education

BS Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Lead Packaging Systems Engineer - High Speed Beverage Production

Lead Packaging Systems Engineer - High Speed Beverage Production

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This range is provided by The Foth Companies. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Packaging Systems Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients’ success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of one of our Foth offices or a US-Based Remote work from home location.

Position Overview

The primary focus of this position is to lead projects for improving existing packaging systems and integrating new packaging systems for our clients. In this role, you will be involved with all phases of the project execution cycle from concept through execution. While performing the primary tasks associated with this position, within scope, schedule and budget, you will be asked to lead the following efforts:

Existing Packaging Systems

• Auditing & data analysis
• Solution development
• Documentation updating/development and management
  
  

New Packaging Systems

• Scoping
• Estimating
• Scheduling
• Design development
• Installation
• On-Site commissioning
• Performance testing
• Documentation development and management
  
  

Primary objectives of this position include presenting proposals and information to both internal and external audiences and coaching, delegating to, and mentoring other engineers and designers. Travel to other Foth offices or client locations will be regularly required (approximately 30% annual average).

Required Qualifications

• BS Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• 10+ years of experience with design and/or integration of food/beverage systems
• Capital project execution experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years with packaging systems design including, but not limited to, conveyor types and appropriate applications for various types of materials, ancillary packaging equipment (bulk glue delivery systems, balers, container and case coders, etc.)
• 5+ years of beverage industry experience, specifically including high-speed (1000 containers/minute or higher) container handling
• Working in a consulting environment
• Understanding of balanced line flow for packaging systems
• CAD software experience
• PE registration or ability to obtain
  
  

Preferred Previous Experience with the Following High Speed Packaging Equipment:

• Liquid or solid filling and closure systems
• Labeling systems
• Inspection and rejection systems (container, case/carton, label placement, etc.)
• Case erecting and packing systems
• Depalletizers, palletizers, and stretch wrapping
  
  

Why Foth

Established Reputation: With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

The base compensation listed for this job posting reflects a general range for the posted position. Base compensation will vary based on factors such as: years of experience, location, level of responsibility and licenses/certifications. In addition to base compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On-the-Spot bonuses. Exempt members are also eligible for either quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full-time and part-time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, and several other voluntary benefits. Regular full-time members are also eligible for paid time off. Please reach out to the recruiting team to discuss any specific benefits or compensation questions.

Note: In some situations, we may consider an alternative position based on your skill set and experience. This may result in a different compensation range.

Flexible work from home options available.

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