Pactiv Evergreen Inc. · 10 hours ago
Sr. Engineering Manager - Automation
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expPactiv Evergreen Inc. is now part of Novolex, a leading manufacturer of food and specialty packaging. The Sr. Engineering Manager - Automation will lead a team to identify automation opportunities, manage projects, and improve productivity across manufacturing facilities.
Food ProcessingLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead a team of engineers to identify and vet automation opportunities to improve the productivity of Novolex’s manufacturing facilities through the use of automation
Responsible for scoping, designing, and implementation of automation equipment/systems which include but are not limited to: baggers, case erectors, case packers, palletizers, product conveying, etc
Oversee and develop retrofit/refurbishment projects for existing automation equipment to improve productivity and reliability
Perform vetting analysis for all projects, encompassing financial, operational and technical analysis
Organize and lead cross functional teams with members from Engineering, Finance, Operations, Production Planning and Safety
Responsible for coordinating and performing 2P’s, Time Studies, Flow Diagrams, and FMEA (Process and Machine) for all concepts and final designs
Develops, writes, implements, submits and/or presents various technical reports and CARs in support of cost reduction, new product, reliability and safety initiatives
Review and support the creation of technical specifications for automation & packaging equipment
Manage all aspects of medium to large capital projects
Organize training on setup, operation and maintenance of new & existing equipment, including the creation of standard work and maintenance documentation
Develops best practices for process improvements at both the corporate and plant levels
Build and manage strong relations with both new/existing vendors and contractors
Instruct, direct and mentor direct reports as well as contractors
Acts as internal consultant providing support & guidance on the most complex projects and problems by applying creativity, innovation, tools, methods, and techniques integrated with technical insights
Up to 50% Travel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
10+ years of applicable experience in the areas of manufacturing, operations, engineering, automation & process development
Experience in operations/manufacturing
Demonstrated application of complex concepts, practices and procedures within particular engineering field
Has fundamental understanding of first principles required in the design and manufacture of automation systems
Solid communications skills, both written and verbal, required
Ability to manage engineering team, as well as multiple projects, and establish priorities
Preferred
Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering experience preferred
Previous managerial experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership abilities and motivational skills
Benefits
Give Back program
Matching gifts plan
Community grants initiative
Company-wide Month of Action campaign
Company
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
Pactiv Evergreen is Now a Part of Novolex
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-09Acquired
2020-09-16IPO
Leadership Team
Michael King
Chief Executive Officer
Amanda Merten
CFO, Foodservice
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