WFI Project Engineer

Must be a proactive self-starter with strong self-motivation and the ability to work effectively with minimal direction or guidance.Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication, organizational, and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail.Must have the ability to work effectively across various functions and organizational levels.Strong strategic and analytical skills to evaluate performance metrics and outcomes.Strong organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.Strong project management skills – able to lead multiple projects and adjust to rapidly changing priorities.Solid knowledge in mechanical design, power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics and control systems are required.Proficient in supporting or leading equipment FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) events.The ability to operate equipment for training and trial purposes.Capability to manage projects across multiple disciplines and make critical decisions to ensure the project's overall success.Excellent MS Office skills with proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to work long hours and weekends when situations require.Preferred but not required:Project Management Professional CertificationGreen Belt or Black Belt CertificationsCertified Maintenance and Reliability ProfessionalPlastic extrusion or blown film manufacturing experienceIndustrial maintenance experienceCompetence in managing project resources, whether measured by the number of projects or their annual financial value.Skill in developing business cases to justify investments and collaborating with other departments to input data.Familiarity with regulations (NFPA, OSHA, EPA), best practices, and performance standards.Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, i.e., gearboxes, belts, chains, pulleys, fans, welding, machining, pneumatics, hydraulics, fabricating, tools, PLCs, ladder diagrams, drives, DC and AC voltage, relays, SCADA systems, networking, three-phase and single-phase power distribution, lighting, power supplies, and controls and shop knowledge.Read equipment layout and design, electrical and mechanical prints.Understanding of safety associated with drift, mechanical loads, LOTO, steam, pressure, tolerances, electricity, security systems, and atmosphere.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage complex engineering projects related to new production, capital investments and cost savings opportunities. This includes managing the project schedule, scope, budget and quality of each project.Participate in the long-term strategic planning for new production capability and capacity as well as annual capital budget planning process.Responsible for the design, installation and startup of process equipment associated with existing machinery modification and upgrade, and new process technology.Responsible for economic analysis and justification of capital requests from the production, marketing/sales, and technical departments.Track capital expenses for various engineering projects, including assisting with budgeting, managing project costs, completing purchase orders and tracking final costs.Monthly reporting of capital spending compared to individual project budgets and overall corporate capital budget.Oversee external vendors/contractors to ensure safety standards are met or exceeded throughout project lifecycle.Manage post project performance analysis on all capital projects with a budget of $100,000 or more.

Reports may be required for capital projects with a budget of less than $100,000.Assist with overall plant operations and maintenance by optimizing process conditions, resolving process problems and quality deficiencies, and reducing capacity restrictions.Assist with packaging machine problem solving relating to design deficiencies as required.Promote teamwork across the facility while interacting with employees to support Winpak’s quality, safety and PIE program.Stay abreast of new technological development associated with plastic film equipment and processes, including extrusion, web handling, printing, and other converting technologies.Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner compliant with ISO 9001 standards.Conduct ad hoc analysis, special projects, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.EXPERIENCE:

3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.At minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a technical field, with a background in project engineering or project management.Proficiency with various software applications, including PLC and programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or VB, as well as familiarity with Windows/DOS.Required experience with AutoCAD.Experience performing cash flow analysis using Microsoft Office.EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, control engineering or similar discipline or equivalent professional experience.

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