Gus Perdikakis Associates ยท 2 months ago
Packaging Equipment Engineer
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGus Perdikakis Associates is an architectural and engineering services client providing integrated engineering and consulting services in various markets. They are currently seeking a Packaging Equipment Engineer responsible for project execution, system design, and effective communication with clients and team members.
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Responsibilities
Accountability for complete project execution including system design, testing, equipment specifications, documentation management, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, installation and start up support
Aggressively drive packaging projects to achieve time, cost, functionality, and performance deliverables
Ability to handle multiple complex, high priority projects simultaneously
Develop solutions that consider the impact to the customer's packaging budget, ergonomics and packaging materials
Provide Packaging Equipment Layout solutions that account for material staging and optimal material & personnel flow
Develop processes to support operations and/or use of equipment
Create detailed packaging equipment, and assembly procedure specifications
Ability to diagnose packaging line bottlenecks and recommend solutions to eliminate them
Serve as technical resource for problem solving activities: root cause analysis, countermeasure development, and solution implementation
Identify process improvements for the client through identification of new equipment, better use/modification of current equipment, or other means
Provide procurement support for packaging equipment. (Request for Quote / Request for Proposal packages / Review and approval of vendor submittal drawings)
Provide Project Documentation Development
Equipment Lists
Design Basis
Engineering Information
Process Flow Diagrams / Layouts
Factory Acceptance Test / Vendor Acceptance Test (FAT /VAT) protocol development and implementation
Installation / Construction / Start up support
Installation Qualification Documentation & Execution
Operational Qualification Documentation & Execution
Stay abreast of advances in all areas of packaging components and manufacturing processes
Develop great relationships with clients and partner to develop future opportunities to help them achieve their business goals
Qualification
Required
Accountability for complete project execution including system design, testing, equipment specifications, documentation management, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, installation and start up support
Aggressively drive packaging projects to achieve time, cost, functionality, and performance deliverables
Ability to handle multiple complex, high priority projects simultaneously
Develop solutions that consider the impact to the customer's packaging budget, ergonomics and packaging materials
Provide Packaging Equipment Layout solutions that account for material staging and optimal material & personnel flow
Develop processes to support operations and/or use of equipment
Create detailed packaging equipment, and assembly procedure specifications
Ability to diagnose packaging line bottlenecks and recommend solutions to eliminate them
Serve as technical resource for problem solving activities: root cause analysis, countermeasure development, and solution implementation
Identify process improvements for the client through identification of new equipment, better use/modification of current equipment, or other means
Provide procurement support for packaging equipment. (Request for Quote / Request for Proposal packages / Review and approval of vendor submittal drawings)
Provide Project Documentation Development
Equipment Lists
Design Basis
Engineering Information
Process Flow Diagrams / Layouts
Factory Acceptance Test / Vendor Acceptance Test (FAT /VAT) protocol development and implementation
Installation / Construction / Start up support
Installation Qualification Documentation & Execution
Operational Qualification Documentation & Execution
Stay abreast of advances in all areas of packaging components and manufacturing processes
Develop great relationships with clients and partner to develop future opportunities to help them achieve their business goals
BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree
8+ Years of project or Packaging Engineering in the Food and Beverage, Consumer Products, or Pharmaceutical Industry is a strong plus
US work authorization (Required)
Strong working knowledge of packaging control hardware, instrumentation, and software
Knowledge of and experience with primary and secondary packaging and package design
Knowledge of vision, bar code, and other identification or inspection systems
Excellent project engineering and project management skills
Demonstrated experience in Troubleshooting, Problem Solving and Productivity / System Improvement
Skill in effective collaboration oral and written communication
Be familiar with and be able to work effectively with the following tools: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
Ability to be self-motivated and work effectively both independently and in a team
Demonstrated skill in coordinating projects across departments
Take ownership of problems until they are successfully resolved
Document your project related communications, both internal and external
Position is based out of the Cincinnati, OH office, with Work-From-Home (WFH) available after an onboarding period. Reliable commute is preferred
Office hours average 40 per week; may require additional hours including evening and weekends depending on business needs
Work typically performed in an indoor office setting and/or client manufacturing site
Travel: The nature of our business requires travel. 30% minimum travel, understanding in some circumstances a higher percentage deployment may be required for the execution of the business. Our client is committed to keep business travel to a reasonable nature for the execution of the business
Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time
Light Lifting up to 40 lbs
Ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction
Ability to be on one's feet for long periods of time in a manufacturing environment
Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in person
Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response
While performing duties of this job, the employee may work under the following conditions:
Construction work site while wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
Exposed to mechanical moving equipment
Fumes and airborne particles
Outside weather conditions
Noisy environments
Benefits
Health insurance
401K
Paid vacation
Holidays
Employee appreciation events
Tenure awards
Company
Gus Perdikakis Associates
GPA prides itself on providing quality, personalized services to its clients and candidates.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase