Onsite Packaging & Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Kalon Executive Search; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

On-site role in San Diego

Job summary

Kalon Executive Search is seeking an Automation Engineer for manufacturing and packaging systems on-site in San Diego. You will design and support automation across filling, labeling, bottling, and cartoning lines, with hands-on PLC/SCADA troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications include a 7+ year track record in packaging automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, and familiarity with lean methods and GMP/validation processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and 7+ years in packaging automation.
• Proficient in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA configuration.
• Experience with robotic systems and CIP/validation processes.
• Familiar with Industry 4.0, IoT platforms, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation for primary/secondary packaging lines.
• Provide hands-on support for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA; troubleshoot as needed.
• Diagnose issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Improve packaging line efficiency using OEE and Lean Six Sigma.
• Support integration of automation tech for process optimization.
• Create GMP-compliant work instructions and train staff.
• Act as automation expert with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in IQ/OQ/PQ and regulatory compliance tasks.
• Stay current with industry trends and apply to Nordic Naturals processes.
• Develop predictive maintenance strategies using IoT and data analytics.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA config

Robotic systems integration

GMP/QA collaboration

Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Packaging Systems, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Schneider EcoStruxure

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

Wonderware

GE iFIX

OSIsoft PI

SQL/Excel

Job description

Kalon Executive Search is seeking an Automation Engineer for manufacturing and packaging systems on-site in San Diego. You will design and support automation across filling, labeling, bottling, and cartoning lines, with hands-on PLC/SCADA troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications include a 7+ year track record in packaging automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, and familiarity with lean methods and GMP/validation processes.