Manufacturing Engineer

Apple Valley Foods US, LLC; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Valley Foods US, LLC is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes, boosting productivity and product quality. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to safety standards.

You will supervise equipment installation, interpret blueprints, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet daily production schedules while reducing downtime and costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Proficient in Project Management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to work off-shift, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication in a team setting.
• Familiarity with OSHA and Safety Standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Interact with vendors and contractors during equipment installations and upgrades.
• Develop maintenance procedures to ensure equipment functions as specified.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Communicate project schedules and align outage and shutdown needs with team members.
• Monitor production schedule to plan projects and repairs affecting downtime.
• Provide production support and troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver solutions on time and on budget.
• Ensure safe, compliant operation and adherence to policies.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality. This role requires a hands-on approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems;
• Interact with vendors and contractors during equipment installations and upgrades;
• Develop proper preventative maintenance procedures to ensure equipment functions according to specification;
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings;
• Comply with all safety and environmental regulations;
• Communicate project schedules and align outage and shutdown needs with team members;
• Closely monitor ever-changing production schedule to plan projects and repairs requiring machine downtime to coincide with production scheduling demands;
• Communicate production issues with all levels of operations management;
• Assist in the design and development of manufacturing processes in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity, production yield, and product quality;
• Provide production support, including troubleshooting manufacturing process and equipment;
• Apply structured problem-solving analysis techniques utilizing engineering principles and practices to provide solutions to product processes, controls, facilities, and equipment issues;
• Maintain a positive and cooperative collaboration with all team members, customers, contractors, and vendors;
• Supply technical information and guidance to the Maintenance team for spare parts, predictive maintenance and preventative maintenance to increase equipment reliability;
• Lead cross functional teams to deliver solutions on time and on budget;
• Ensure contractors are operating in a safe, compliant manner and following AmeriQual policies;
• Perform all functions in full compliance with corporate policies and procedures and all other applicable environmental, health, safety and GMP requirements;
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required;
• Strong knowledge of Project Management principles;
• Results driven with proven decision-making skills and high accountability;
• Must be willing and able to work off-shift, weekends and Holidays to maximize opportunities for equipment availability to meet project timelines;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset;
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team-oriented environment;
• Self-starter with strong leadership, administrative, and people skills with ability to establish rapport and energize employees to work as a team;
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, anticipate changing project needs, and meet deadlines;
• Professional, can-do mentality with excellent customer service skills;
• Thorough working knowledge of all current OSHA and Safety Standards.