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Golden State Foods · 18 hours ago

Plant Packaging Engineer

Conyers, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services. They are seeking a Plant Packaging Engineer to lead performance optimization and efficiency initiatives across packaging lines, focusing on continuous improvement and innovative solutions.

Food and BeverageFood Processing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducts benchmark studies of industry packaging capabilities in order to identify most effective and efficient approaches for GSF

Analyze packaging line performance data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and downtime trends

Develop and implement process improvement initiatives focused on increasing productivity, reducing waste, and improving OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Maintenance, Quality, Operations, and R&D) to evaluate packaging performance and drive corrective action plans

Design and execute experiments (DOE) to optimize equipment parameters, material usage, and process reliability

Support capital improvement projects, including line upgrades, new equipment commissioning, and layout changes to improve material flow and ergonomics

Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary

Qualification

Packaging technologiesPackage engineeringProcess optimizationLean Six SigmaData analysisStatistical process controlProject managementAnalytical skillsSafety-focused approachCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging or Manufacturing Engineering

3+ years of relevant work experience

Knowledge of existing and emerging packaging technologies (E)

Knowledge of package engineering (E)

Knowledge of management concepts and techniques (J)

Knowledge of relevant division or department policies and regulations (J)

Knowledge of statistical process control concepts and data analysis (J)

Knowledge of regulatory requirements for packaging and labeling (J)

Knowledge of technical characteristics of packaging and measurement techniques (J)

Knowledge of PC word processing/spreadsheet software applications (B)

Demonstrated success in process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, and project management

Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (Excel, Minitab, Power BI)

Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives

Hands-on, proactive, and safety-focused approach to continuous improvement

Preferred

3+ years of experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing; packaging experience preferred

Experience with high-speed filling, labeling, or case packing systems is a plus

Benefits

People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.

Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.

People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.

Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Compensation: List range for wage transparency locations.

Company

Golden State Foods

Golden State Foods provides to the food service and retail industries.

Founded in 1947

Irvine, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.goldenstatefoods.com/

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