Process Engineer- Blow Mold Equipment

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC seeks a Process Engineer - Blow Mold Equipment to provide remote and on-site technical support during major overhauls, CAPEX projects, and equipment breakdowns across production lines. The role also designs and delivers training programs focused on blow mold equipment for beverages and water.

The candidate will design field tests, manage projects, and document data for stakeholders; develop SOPs and lead hands-on maintenance training while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field required.
• 5–10 years of experience with blow mold equipment in industrial projects or maintenance.
• Knowledge of industrial codes and standards (ISO, OSHA, FDA) is required.
• Experience with blow mold equipment from OEMs (Krones, KHS, Sidel) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for blow mold technologies across CCSWB and support plants.
• Design and execute field tests and manage projects with planning/tracking.
• Communicate technical information clearly and document key data for stakeholders.
• Develop SOPs and provide hands-on maintenance training for blow mold equipment.
• Conduct root cause analyses and failure investigations for equipment issues.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field

Job description

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This role will require significant travel to San Antonio, along with periodic travel to Houston and Fort Worth.

General Purpose

The Process Engineer - Blow Mold Equipment provides remote and on‑site technical support to maintenance teams, particularly during major overhauls, CAPEX projects and equipment breakdowns across production lines.

This role is also responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving specialized training programs focused on blow mold equipment used in the production lines for soft drinks and water.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for blow mold technologies across CCSWB.
• Design/execute field tests and manage projects, including planning and tracking.
• Communicate technical information clearly; document and share key data with stakeholders.
• Develop SOPs and deliver hands‑on maintenance training.
• Conduct root cause analysis and failure investigations for equipment issues.
• Create maintenance training materials covering:
  • Blow molding technologies (rotary, high‑speed systems)
  • Equipment operation, maintenance, and sanitation
  • Preform handling and heating systems
  • Troubleshooting, diagnostics, and changeovers
  • Quality standards and compliance requirements
• Provide pre‑, during‑, and post‑intervention support for production operations.
• Perform process analysis and guide teams in complex troubleshooting scenarios.
• Analyze predictive maintenance data for critical equipment.
• Maintain and update technical records and databases for blow mold assets.
• Evaluate vendors and recommend solutions.
• Assess equipment condition and identify CAPEX investment needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs or management direction.

Moderate to high noise, PPE required, Temperature range: 25°F–120°F, High mobility (10,000+ steps daily), ~75% travel required, Flexible schedule based on business needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field
• 5‑10 years of experience in blow mold equipment (Industrial projects or maintenance)
• Knowledge of industrial codes and standards (ISO, OSHA, FDA)
• Experience with blow mold equipment from OEMs, such as Krones, KHS, and Sidel

Preferred:

• Experience in the beverage industry
• Familiarity with automation systems and integration with blow mold equipment
• Project Management training
• Root cause analysis / failure analysis training
• Experience providing training (Industry or Academy).

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca‑Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Coca‑Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.