DrinkPAK LLC
Process Improvement Engineer
DrinkPAK LLC - Santa Clarita, California, United States, 91382
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Overview
Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Process Improvement Engineer (PIE) develops mastery and understanding of the processes they are assigned to and uses that mastery to deliver improved efficiency, quality, yield, and throughput and eliminate waste and utility inefficiency. This includes understanding the physics and chemistry of how the production systems are designed to function, their limitations, and the impact of variation on throughput, reliability, yield/breakage, and quality.
TYPE:
Full Time; Salaried / Exempt
LOCATION:
The position is based at DrinkPAK's headquarters in Santa Clarita, California.
BENEFITS:
The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:
PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the Company A cell phone stipend Annual discretionary bonus 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more
RESPONSIBILITIES
PIE(s) are qualified in the following areas and are expected to use them to produce results. Planned and unplanned downtime, rate, yield, and quality loss data collection methodology, analysis, interpretation, and opportunity analysis. Loss analysis & efficiency improvement plan development, plan execution leadership, and results tracking. Quality improvement process and quality validation. Rapid Changeover activities include principles, target setting, and leading successful efforts to reduce changeover time to achieve challenging objectives. Analytical Troubleshooting & problem-solving Process Definition & Capability Studies Lean Six Sigma approach to problem-solving. Lead "Green Team" initiatives and reduce Utility waste. Provide support to the plant Maintenance and Operations team and be actively engaged in the development and implementation of Autonomous Maintenance systems. Understand the fundamental tools & methodologies of the following Plant pillars - Focused Improvement, Early Management, Preventative/Predictive Maintenance, and Autonomous Maintenance. Lean Six Sigma (LSS). Early Equipment Management tools, methodologies, procedures & applications. Project Management Processes. Package material evaluation/qualification process. CQV process - Commissioning, Qualification, Verification. OSHA, MSDS, GMP requirements, clean design. Occasional off shift and weekend coverage required
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree, preferably a B.S. in Science, Engineering, or Maintenance Technologies, or comparable work experience (at least 3+ years) in a high-speed Manufacturing environment. 2+ years' work experience in a manufacturing supervisory position with frontline employees required. Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred. Strong employee relations, interpersonal, team building, and verbal/written communication skills. Demonstrate computer proficiency: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP/CMMS are a plus. Demonstrate ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment. Demonstrate planning and organizational skills. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work off shifts and weekends on occasion. OUR VALUES
Our company's culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.
Speed : Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. Intensity : Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. Purpose : Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK. WORKING CONDITIONS
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.
The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.
Base Salary Compensation Range:
$85,000 - $110,000
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Process Improvement Engineer (PIE) develops mastery and understanding of the processes they are assigned to and uses that mastery to deliver improved efficiency, quality, yield, and throughput and eliminate waste and utility inefficiency. This includes understanding the physics and chemistry of how the production systems are designed to function, their limitations, and the impact of variation on throughput, reliability, yield/breakage, and quality.
TYPE:
Full Time; Salaried / Exempt
LOCATION:
The position is based at DrinkPAK's headquarters in Santa Clarita, California.
BENEFITS:
The well-being of our team members and their families is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:
PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees AND their dependents, 100% paid by the Company A cell phone stipend Annual discretionary bonus 401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more
RESPONSIBILITIES
PIE(s) are qualified in the following areas and are expected to use them to produce results. Planned and unplanned downtime, rate, yield, and quality loss data collection methodology, analysis, interpretation, and opportunity analysis. Loss analysis & efficiency improvement plan development, plan execution leadership, and results tracking. Quality improvement process and quality validation. Rapid Changeover activities include principles, target setting, and leading successful efforts to reduce changeover time to achieve challenging objectives. Analytical Troubleshooting & problem-solving Process Definition & Capability Studies Lean Six Sigma approach to problem-solving. Lead "Green Team" initiatives and reduce Utility waste. Provide support to the plant Maintenance and Operations team and be actively engaged in the development and implementation of Autonomous Maintenance systems. Understand the fundamental tools & methodologies of the following Plant pillars - Focused Improvement, Early Management, Preventative/Predictive Maintenance, and Autonomous Maintenance. Lean Six Sigma (LSS). Early Equipment Management tools, methodologies, procedures & applications. Project Management Processes. Package material evaluation/qualification process. CQV process - Commissioning, Qualification, Verification. OSHA, MSDS, GMP requirements, clean design. Occasional off shift and weekend coverage required
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree, preferably a B.S. in Science, Engineering, or Maintenance Technologies, or comparable work experience (at least 3+ years) in a high-speed Manufacturing environment. 2+ years' work experience in a manufacturing supervisory position with frontline employees required. Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred. Strong employee relations, interpersonal, team building, and verbal/written communication skills. Demonstrate computer proficiency: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP/CMMS are a plus. Demonstrate ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment. Demonstrate planning and organizational skills. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work off shifts and weekends on occasion. OUR VALUES
Our company's culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.
Speed : Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. Intensity : Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. Purpose : Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK. WORKING CONDITIONS
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.
The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.
Base Salary Compensation Range:
$85,000 - $110,000