Mars · 3 days ago
Engineer Factory Innovation
Topeka, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMars is a leading company in the food industry, and they are seeking an Engineer Factory Innovation to implement new packs, products, and raw materials while ensuring quality standards and efficient operations on factory lines. The role involves managing R&D line trials, coaching newer associates, and serving as a regional expert in packaging or process technical areas.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Be the key R&D factory interface for Packaging and Product Developers during the design and implementation of new packs, products, and raw materials
Apply Six Sigma and Design for Vertical Startup tools to evaluate, risk assess and translate new packs, products, and raw materials to the factory
Design, manage, communicate, and document factory line trials to…
Evaluate new packaging, products, and raw materials
Assess alternate material vendors to ensure security of supply for critical items
Create factory process recipes from approved product recipes for new products and raw materials
Determine correct packaging target weights for optimal performance
Document critical processing parameters in process specifications
Supports development of standard run conditions and center lines as part of new product, process, and pack validation
Assist Technical Services and value stream associates with escalated problem-solving opportunities
Apply functional expertise to assist the regional FI team in optimization of the work across sites
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, a closely related scientific or technical disciplines or equivalent
Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP's), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Systems (HACCP), ISO, Regulatory Guidelines, Sensory, and/or Microbiology
Demonstrated success influencing/leading others
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related scientific or technical disciplines or equivalent with 3+ years' experience in a closely related industry
Experience in food packaging and/or processing, with an understanding of processes and machine operation
Six Sigma Green Belt
Benefits
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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