Golden State Foods · 1 day ago
Plant Packaging Engineer
Conyers, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGolden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. They are seeking a Plant Packaging Engineer to lead performance optimization, equipment reliability, and efficiency initiatives across packaging lines, focusing on continuous improvement through data analysis and innovative solutions.
Food and BeverageFood Processing
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Packaging or Manufacturing Engineering
3+ years of relevant work experience
Existing and emerging packaging technologies
Package engineering
Management concepts and techniques
Relevant division or department policies and regulations
Statistical process control concepts and data analysis
Regulatory requirements for packaging and labeling
Technical characteristics of packaging and measurement techniques
PC word processing/spreadsheet software applications
3+ years of experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing; packaging experience preferred
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)
Experience with high-speed filling, labeling, or case packing systems is a plus
Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
Hands-on, proactive, and safety-focused approach to continuous improvement
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.
Company
Golden State Foods
Golden State Foods provides to the food service and retail industries.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-08-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Guilda Javaheri
Chief Technology Officer
Justin Vannoy
Corporate Senior Vice President and President Liquid Products North America
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