Heartland Food Products Group · 1 day ago
Production Engineer
Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelHeartland Food Products Group is seeking a Production Engineer at their Lake Panasoffkee, FL facility. The role focuses on equipment operation, process control, and driving improvements in equipment reliability and overall line performance.
CoffeeConsumer GoodsManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Heather Gosser
Responsibilities
Operate the Production Line with an ownership mentality focused on improving performance, reducing waste, and improving quality
Drive the day to day operations of the production line
Provide feedback on the training/certification program of manufacturing personnel
Participate in troubleshooting and solving problems with existing equipment/processes/products
Improve, modify and upgrade processes to reduce costs and enhance quality to meet customer satisfaction. Identify methods to reduce variation in the processes
Make recommendations and implement improvements in product quality
Ensure a safe working environment by following safety rules and ensuring the safety culture
Conducts food safety and defense self-inspections and acts on deficiencies
Develop a strong technical understanding of mechanical equipment used in a manufacturing environment (drives, motors, sensors, pumps, valves, etc.)
Assist with equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer’s procedures and instructions are followed in order to keep production equipment operating at OEM specifications
Assist in development and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures for all processes
Understand process and process equipment specifications, processing methods and procedures that are critical to line performance
Maintain effective communication with all persons involved with or affected by assigned responsibilities
Provide technical expertise and support related to manufacturing
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS in Chemical Engineering required
Detail oriented
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Strong ability to coach, lead and direct engineering and maintenance staff
Solid computer skills; Microsoft Office and CAD programs
Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Must be able to work standing for long periods of time
Must be able to work daily overtime and an occasional weekend
Must possess visual acuity to document company records
Lifting up to 40 pounds
Preferred
Experience managing people and projects preferred
Experience in a food grade environment (FDA, GMP's, HACCP) with high speed packaging equipment preferred
Experience working with equipment installation and automation is a plus
Company
Heartland Food Products Group
Heartland Food Products Group produces low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers, and liquid water enhancers.
Founded in 1995
1001-5000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eddie Pellegrino
President and Chief Operating Officer
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