Packaging Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Kdc One; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kdc One seeks a Manufacturing (Packaging Equipment) Engineer to optimize filling line performance and drive cost-saving initiatives. You will lead equipment selection for new projects and guide continuous improvement efforts across packaging lines.

This on-site role requires 7+ years in a production setting, strong knowledge of Lean/DMAIC, and familiarity with FDA/GMP practices. Proficiency in CAD tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Minimum 7 years in a production environment (FDA regulated preferred).

Responsibilities

• Drives continuous improvements throughout filling and packaging operations.
• Supports manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and process improvement.
• Develops and implements processes and systems to measure line performance and prioritize improvement areas to reduce downtime and improve quality and throughput.
• Manages the development and implementation of equipment for new products, processes, and capacity expansion plans.
• Leads equipment and process qualification activities for new equipment and processes.
• Assists with project proposals and cost estimates and gathers related quotes.
• Provides leadership and training in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, DMAIC) and coaches employees in their use.
• Tracks improvement projects and submits weekly status summaries.
• Participates in loss analysis studies.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

3D printing

3D scanning

Job description

Kdc One seeks a Manufacturing (Packaging Equipment) Engineer to optimize filling line performance and drive cost-saving initiatives. You will lead equipment selection for new projects and guide continuous improvement efforts across packaging lines.

This on-site role requires 7+ years in a production setting, strong knowledge of Lean/DMAIC, and familiarity with FDA/GMP practices. Proficiency in CAD tools is preferred.