Specialist, Production Technology (5497)

Ecoplastic America Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

STD/LTD/Life

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Relocation Support (if applicable)

Job summary

Ecoplastic America Corporation is seeking a Production Technology Engineer to design and implement advanced production processes on-site in Ellabell, GA. You will develop process diagrams and specifications, and work with R&D, QA, and Maintenance to scale innovations into production.

The role requires hands-on engineering with automation, CAD tools, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. On-site position with relocation support if applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in a production engineering or manufacturing role.
• Experience with production process design and optimization.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, and automated production systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new production processes and technologies to boost efficiency and cut costs.
• Develop process flow diagrams, layouts and specs for equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into existing processes.

Skills

Process design

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

KPI monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Department: Maintenance/Production Technology

Location: Ellabell, GA / On-Site

Job Type: FT Exempt

Shift: 8 hours - subject to change due to business needs

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Key Responsibilities

Process Design and Development:

• Design and implement new production processes and technologies that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop process flow diagrams, layouts, and specifications for production equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess production needs and integrate new technologies into existing processes.

Optimization and Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze current production processes to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to drive process optimization initiatives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of implemented changes.

Technical Support and Collaboration

• Provide technical support to production teams regarding equipment operation and process challenges.
• Work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth transitions from development to production.
• Conduct training sessions for production staff on new technologies and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Prefer relevant experience in a production engineering or manufacturing role.
• Proven experience with production process design and optimization.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production technology role.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, and automated production systems is highly desirable.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for process design

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• STD/LTD/Life
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Relocation Support (if applicable)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ecoplastic America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Ecoplastic America complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

In compliance with the State of Georgia Equal Employment Opportunity requirements, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or national origin.

Applicants with disabilities who need assistance in the employment process should contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodation.