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gpac · 6 days ago

Project Engineer

South Bend, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

Gpac is partnering with a confidential pet food manufacturer in Northern Indiana to identify a Project Engineer to support manufacturing process and capital projects within a production facility. The role involves leading manufacturing projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

ConsultingHuman Resources

Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing projects from concept through completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery

Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and timelines

Coordinate cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Procurement, and Engineering

Oversee equipment selection, design, installation, and commissioning

Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and equipment evaluations

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, throughput, and waste reduction

Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, environmental, and company standards

Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and as-built records

Train plant personnel on new equipment and processes

Support troubleshooting during implementation and post-installation

Qualification

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProject managementIndustrial equipment knowledgeTechnical documentationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills