Process Engineer

Graphic Packaging International; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Process Engineer to provide engineering and project management support to maximize production efficiency. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives and safety processes across the plant.

The role requires a four-year engineering degree (or 3 years’ manufacturing experience) and strong communication skills, with proficiency in SAP and MS Office. Salary ranges from $84,200 to $112,200 per year, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on SQF

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging, Chemical, etc.) or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
• Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Prior Project Management experience
• Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and department safety policies, procedures and programs.
• Identifies areas to improve existing processes to improve productivity, quality and/or reduce cost.
• Manage testing in support of process improvements, new product development and other instances as required.
• Identify and quantify issues and recommend solutions.
• Lead or participate in design reviews as required.
• Conduct process studies and/or recommend areas of investigation.
• Work with operations team to develop machine center lines. Conduct machine audits to validate machines are running at center line.
• Work with operations team to optimize machine throughput by improving OEE.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve product quality and first pass yield.
• Use Lean methodology and systems to manage day-to-day machine operations and make process improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Education

BA or equivalent in Engineering

MA in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Graphic

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer provides engineering and project management support to maximize efficiency of production operations. They also provide project management, active leadership, and participation in the plant continuous improvement and safety processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and department safety policies, procedures and programs.
• Identifies areas to improve existing processes to improve productivity, quality and/or reduce cost.
• Manage testing in support of process improvements, new product development and other instances as required.
• Identify and quantify issues and recommend solutions.
• Lead or participate in design reviews as required.
• Conduct process studies and/or recommend areas of investigation.
• Work with operations team to develop machine center lines. Conduct machine audits to validate machines are running at center line.
• Work with operations team to optimize machine throughput by improving OEE.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve product quality and first pass yield.
• Use Lean methodology and systems to manage day-to-day machine operations and make process improvements.
• Identify safety hazards and work with operations team to implement a hazard mitigation.
• Support Manufacturing Supervisors as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule Demands

• General schedule is 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday. Must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally that may include early mornings, nights and/or weekends.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, climb, reach, and perform repetitive movements
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in environments with loud noise levels, temperature fluctuations, and manufacturing equipment
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE): safety footwear, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, hair/beard nets

Education & Experience

• Four-year degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging, Chemical, etc.) or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
• Strong PC skills required including Microsoft office suite and SAP.
• Prior Project Management experience
• Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation

Education & Experience

BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience, or MA + 1 yr related experience

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Pay Range

$84,200.00 - $112,200.00

GPI Benefits Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Recruitment Agency Partnership Notice

We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].

Requisition: 16590