Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Engineering Technician

Role Summary

The Senior Engineering Technician provides technical expertise and hands-on assistance in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes. This role is responsible for enabling the achievement of operations transformation, delivering operational improvements, sustaining a high-performing Lean & Quality culture, striving for zero defects by utilizing Continuous Improvement processes and tools, and being a catalyst to institute a “culture” of process capabilities and control rather than product inspection.

Direct Reports

None

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.

• Provide specific engineering details for the customer quote request process, including line layouts, production speeds, crewing, bottlenecks, capital requirements, etc.
• Evaluate and make informed decisions on packaging specifications and fill requirements to achieve a balance between customer needs and in-house capabilities.  Evaluate new packaging and work with in-house and outside technical staff to determine exactly what is needed to run on existing equipment.   Provide engineering direction to design and create solutions to optimize and expand current capabilities.
• Provide in-house consultation, support, and direction to production and quality groups as it pertains to the form-fit function of new and existing packaging
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues related to electrical, mechanical, and control systems, including PLCs, robotics, sensors, and other automated systems
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new production equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.
• Implement modifications and upgrades to existing equipment to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency, or to meet new production requirements.
• Develop and communicate preventive maintenance schedules to minimize unplanned downtime and prolong equipment lifespan.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including collecting performance and machine qualification data.
• Work closely with production operators, process engineers, and other stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with safety regulations and company policies, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Mentor and train junior technicians on equipment operation, maintenance best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing production efficiency, equipment reliability, and overall plant performance.
• Deliver results for a successful lean transformation
• Successful transformation to include increased safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-going outcome that is measurable

• Cost savings delivered to the business through automation by enhancing labor efficiency and reducing defect rates.
• On-time startup of new product launches that meet quality and performance metrics.
• Enhancements in uptim