Reliability Engineer - Aseptic Expansion

Job Title:

Reliability Engineer - Aseptic Expansion

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving asset and process efficiencies to deliver step change results in OEE and Cost. Utilizing their engineering skills, they will work in a collaborative environment with Operations and Maintenance to solve complex problems, redesign equipment and support new equipment installations. The successful candidate will also possess leadership skills that will enable them to lead projects, initiatives and influence the organization.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Solve complex problems in a way that sustainably delivers step change improvements in OEE and/or Cost.
• Be able to redesign equipment not currently capable of achieving OEE/Cost goals due to reliability and/or speed capabilities.
• Lead/Own Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes for new equipment area
• Work with and lead 3rd party engineering teams to support the first two bullet points when needed
• Prepare conceptual engineering designs and floor plans for filler/packaging equipment
• Use Six Sigma tools to solve complex problems
• Serve as engineering subject matter expert on local project teams
• Determine the layout of piping, equipment and utilities for engineering changes.
• Research engineering topics, prepare studies and conduct trials with production
• Assist with transitioning capital projects to the production plant team
• Develop & Maintain documentation in support of filler/packaging changes (Process Description, Scope, Process Drawings, etc)
• Develop and support strategies to deliver YOY results tied to the overall plant vision
• Solicit and critique proposed filler/packaging changes, submittals and designs
• Use team management skills to lead problem solves, business initiatives and capital projects
• Assess vendors for competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status. Review and negotiate bid documents
• Accountable for project development and execution to include budget, schedule, and performance
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

The requirements of this position include:

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Processing, Electrical, or Industrial)
• 3+ years of experience (including experience at the plant level)
• Six Sigma Green Belt certified to implement Six Sigma techniques
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both in oral and written form
• Experience creating and drafting technical documents and reports