Process Engineer – Finish Packaging and Automation

Stillwater, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:

We are seeking aProcess Engineer Finish Packaging and Automationto lead the design operation and optimization of finished goods packaging processes within our fast-growing magnet manufacturing start-up. This role will oversee automated magnetizing part handling crating and palletizing operations ensuring process reliability efficiency and system maintainability. Youll play a key role in integrating automation across packaging processes while supporting consistent product quality and smooth downstream operations in a dynamic high-growth production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Own operation and design of packaging lines automation systems and material handling processes.

Ensure accurate efficient and safe packaging of finished products.

Oversee automated magnetizing transfer and palletizing systems.

Maintain SOPs FMEAs and process documentation for packaging and automation.

Collaborate with maintenance on preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of automation systems.

Interface with other process areas to support potential automation integration.

Participate in equipment procurement FAT/SAT and vendor management.

Monitor quality and process metrics to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Train operators and junior engineers on packaging automation and safety protocols.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives in packaging throughput reliability and ergonomics.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Materials Science or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

Experience in packaging operations automation or material handling.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including data analysis and SPC.

Proficiency in designing operating and optimizing automated packaging lines.

Knowledge of SOPs FMEAs and quality metrics for packaging processes.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Experience with equipment procurement vendor management and training operators.

Focus on continuous improvement in throughput reliability and ergonomics.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this Job the employeeis regularly required towalk stand move sit carry bend kneel reach push pull lift use hands and fingers handle orfeel and talkand hear. May berequiredto lift and move boxes or packages notexceeding 20 pounds in weight. Some work stress inherent to the position and extended work hours may berequired.

Work Environment:
The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment laboratory space manufacturing floor and construction site.

Noise level:

Exposure will vary and include normal office noise typical laboratory sounds (e.g. ventilation systems equipment operation) manufacturing floor noise (e.g. machinery forklifts) and construction site noise depending on project phase and location.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

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Job Summary:We are seeking aProcess Engineer Finish Packaging and Automationto lead the design operation and optimization of finished goods packaging processes within our fast-growing magnet manufacturing start-up. This role will oversee automated magnetizing part handling crating and palletizing o...