Senior Aseptic Packaging Engineer

Kingfisher Recruiting; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting represents a world-class client seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Indiana to lead reliability and packaging improvements in a high-speed production environment.

You will drive data-driven projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce cost, increase capacity, and enhance safety and maintenance effectiveness. The role requires 7–10 years of experience and a strong background in FDA/GMP settings and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical, Chemical or Manufacturing preferred.
• 7–10 years of engineering experience in a production facility with focus on OEE and process improvements.
• Hands-on leader with project management experience.
• Experience in a food-grade FDA/GMP/HACCP environment with high-speed packaging equipment.
• Strong computer skills with automation and controls knowledge (PLC, DCS).
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools experience.
• Familiar with AutoCad, Inventor, and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead projects focused on reliability and machine efficiency.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive safety and maintenance improvements.
• Collect and analyze data to support cost reduction and capacity growth.
• Teach and train junior engineers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

OEE

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project leadership

Automation controls

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Kingfisher Recruiting represents a world-class client seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Indiana to lead reliability and packaging improvements in a high-speed production environment.

You will drive data-driven projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce cost, increase capacity, and enhance safety and maintenance effectiveness. The role requires 7–10 years of experience and a strong background in FDA/GMP settings and CAD tools.