Core Proficiencies and Skills
The following skills and proficiencies are essential requirements of the position:
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Demonstrated ability to decompose operational requirements such as form factor, energy consumption, ease of use, throughput and efficiency into equipment specifications such that the sum of the pieces yields the desired whole.
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Expert knowledge in the selection and implementation of small to moderate-sized production lines that include:
o Bulk material preparation e.g. dryers, batch mixers, washers,
o Bulk material handling equipment e.g. hoppers, augers, sorters
o Converting equipment e.g. plastic extruders, molders, thermoformers, injection molders, stampers, trimmers, etc.
o Conveyance equipment e.g. belt conveyers, indexers, sorters, etc.
o Decoration equipment e.g. in-line labelers, silk screen printers, direct object printers, shrink labelers, etc.
o Finished goods handling e.g. bulk packers, palletizers
o Inspection equipment e.g. inline dimensional inspection stations, leak detectors
o Facilities
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Expert in line layout design using software such as AutoCAD.
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Knowledge of line design that optimizes line uptime i.e. throughput, queueing, accumulation and bottleneck analysis, while minimizing floor space and capital cost.
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Skilled in ergonomics and design for human safety
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Deep knowledge of:
o High (600 psi) and standard (100 psi) pressure factory air system selection, installation, and maintenance, including piping requirements and standards
o Chilled water systems and HVAC
o Hydraulic systems including theory of operation of pumps, valves, filtration and metering. Also experience with hydraulic system maintenance and troubleshooting
o PLC (e.g. Beckhoff, AB) and control hardware including ability to read and use schematics to verify and troubleshoot systems
o Electrical distribution systems including working knowledge of IEEE safety and design standard. Familiar with electrical cabinet and J-box design, conduiting, grounding, and termination best practices. Capable to read and understand electrical schematics.
o Equipment crating and transportation
o Heavy equipment manipulation using hoists and rigging and factory floor alignment/attachment
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Proficient in tools of project management such as Gantt charts, critical path analysis, action registers, etc.
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Strong leadership skills in leading cross-functional teams in the execution of large and standalone capital projects
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- BS or AS degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) is preferred. Non-degreed with 10 years of foundation equipment engineering experience.
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Hands-on experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting factory equipment is required
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Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, equipment development, and deploying medium complexity manufacturing lines and systems.
The standard compensation for this role is $95,400 - 143,100. Salary offers will be determined based on final candidate qualifications, experience, skillset, and other relevant factors
