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Careers @ Graham Packaging · 1 month ago

Downstream Process Support Engineer

Lancaster, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$95K/yr - $142K/yr

8+ years exp

Graham Packaging is a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing, committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. The Downstream Process Support Engineer will support the optimization and standardization of post-molding applications, providing technical expertise and training to enhance machine efficiency and reliability.

Packaging & Containers

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on engineering support and deployment of post-molding process solutions

Assess and recommend technical solutions to improve machine efficiency, reliability, and uptime

Participate in installations, factory and plant acceptance tests, and system commissioning

Build or re-purpose automatic trimming and packaging systems using new or existing hardware/software

Provide reliability input for capital project activities

Review equipment specifications and vendor quotes to ensure performance requirements are met

Create technical work instructions, machine audits, and documentation for operation and maintenance

Provide 24/7 remote technical support for plant operations as needed

Lead and support standardization efforts across vertical units

Use analytical tools, statistical methods, and problem-solving frameworks (A3, 8D) to address issues

Use data-driven methods to track progress and sustain improvements

Develop and maintain accurate records, reports, and action plans for short- and long-term issue resolution

Conduct classroom and on-the-floor training for trimming and packaging systems

Train plant personnel on operational procedures such as changeovers and system adjustments

Collaborate with plant operations and engineering teams to ensure optimal performance and alignment

Develop and maintain positive working relationships across teams

Submit weekly reports on engineering hours, travel, and expenses

Maintain working knowledge of major post-molding packaging platforms, including: Palletization systems: Zecchetti, OMS, Schneider; Trimming systems: Autotec, Lectro, Lyle, Maer, Mueller, Uniloy

Qualification

Post-molding systemsPLC programmingAutomation softwareStatistical quality toolsTechnical documentationTroubleshooting skillsAnalytical thinkingMicrosoft OfficePower BICADIndustrial safety practices

Required

Minimum 3–5 years of experience improving processes with automatic post-molding systems (trimmers, labelers, inspection, palletizing, case packing, etc.)

At least 8 years of combined experience as a service technician, controls engineer, project manager, or plant engineer

Prior experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, B&R) and servo control systems

Experience in full lifecycle system implementation and integration

Working knowledge of analytical and statistical quality tools

Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, CAD, and automation software

Ability to write clear technical documents, reports, specifications, and change bulletins

Functional understanding of industrial safety practices (Lockout/Tagout, Energy Control, Electrical Safety)