Process Engineer - Lean Packaging & Continuous Improvement

Graphic Packaging International; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

HSA/FSA

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

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 efforts and safety initiatives across the plant, while partnering with operations to optimize processes and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to SQF and safety standards in a high-volume packaging environment.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience, or MA + 1 yr related experience
• Proven ability to identify and improve processes

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety policies and programs.
• Identifies areas to improve existing processes to increase productivity, quality or reduce cost.
• Manage testing in support of process improvements and new product development.
• 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 to develop machine center lines and validate centers.
• Improve machine throughput by increasing OEE.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve product quality and first-pass yield.
• Apply Lean methodologies to manage day-to-day operations and drive improvements.
• Identify safety hazards and work with operations to mitigate them.
• Support Manufacturing Supervisors as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Process engineering

Lean methodology

OEE optimization

Safety compliance

SQF knowledge

Education

BA or equivalent

MA

Job description

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Process Engineer to provide engineering and project management support to maximize production efficiency. You will lead continuous improvement efforts and safety initiatives across the plant, while partnering with operations to optimize processes and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to SQF and safety standards in a high-volume packaging environment.