Job Accountabilities

This key position will support the North American manufacturing operations for the Food Division. This position will work closely with the manufacturing facilities to implement production and manage both the 3-Piece and 2-Piece steel and aluminum food cans and  end processes with respect to the following:

*Manager all potential aspects of the can making processes in both the 3-Piece and 2-Piece operations with respect to both can making and end making operations

*Develop job completion schedules and monitor their progress

*Provide and coordinate appropriate training for plant personnel

*Mentor and coach technical staff and engineers

*Coordinate new equipment installation
*Manager tooling and line changes
*Facilitate new product line trials
*Provide operational troubleshooting and problem solving
*Manage equipment design and product line design
*Coordinate and take part in manufacturing audits
*Provide appropriate customer support

*Manage and budget project costs
 

Job Requirements

This position can be used as a career development path for plant management opportunities as well as more senior level engineering career paths in other departments of the Company:

*The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

along with 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing/process environment

*Experience in a rigid packaging (preferably steel and/or aluminum) manufacturing environment would be ideal

*This position requires the ability to manage a project as well as the ability to become involved in a “hands-on” capacity

*This position also requires strong computer and design skills as well as a proven track record in managing major projects both individually and in a team environment

*A certification in Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing would be a plus

*Also required are effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization

*Strong skills in all aspects of Microsoft Office are required, as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple projects at one time

*Travel requirements for this position will be 80-90%