Process Engineer
Job Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate:
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Location:
Lakeland - FL
Industry:
Skilled Trades & Services
Job ID:
249690
Job Title:
Process Engineer
Our client is seeking a Process Engineer to improve packaging operations and end-of-game processes. Initial projects will focus on centerlining equipment, reducing downtime and waste, and increasing throughput on machines such as shrink wrappers, heat tunnels, case packers, palletizers, book breaking machines (BBM), conveyors, and robotic packaging systems. This role will collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to drive measurable improvements in performance.
What You’ll Do
What You’ll Do
- Analyze packaging processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, waste reduction, and throughput.
- Develop and implement centerlining standards for packaging equipment to ensure consistent performance.
- Collaborate with automation engineers, operators and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize machine settings.
- Lead projects aimed at reducing downtime and improving reliability across packaging systems.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven methods to validate improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Document best practices and train operators on optimized processes and equipment settings.
- Ability to develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with packaging systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with packaging equipment such as shrink wrappers, case packers, palletizers, and conveyors.
- Familiarity with robotic packaging systems (Yaskawa or similar) and automated packaging lines.
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.