Manufacturing Engineer
City : Fort Edward
Category : Engineering & Science
Industry : Paper manufacturing
Employer : J.D. Irving
Manufacturing Engineer
At Irving Tissue, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. We are a family-owned and operated company that has grown to become one of North America's leading manufacturers of household paper products. Irving Tissue produces both branded and private label bathroom tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, and napkins. Consumers know us by our Scotties facial brand.
The Manufacturing Engineer will be based out of Fort Edward, New York (1 Eddy Street, 12828) and will serve as a technical lead in the development and continuous improvement of the manufacturing process. Key focus areas include quality, cost, yield, waste, safety, and process reliability. More senior process engineering candidates will also be expected to provide engineering leadership to operations and to participate in the skill development of less senior process engineers and operating personnel. This is a permanent, full-time position.
The successful candidate will be expected to conduct themselves in a professional, respectful and ethical manner at all times, carry out all job responsibilities in accordance with site safety rules and expectations, actively participate in the innovation and improvement of the site and company, and “find a better way every day.”
Are you an energetic individual with a Can-Do Attitude who is passionate about achieving results and driving improvement? At Irving Tissue, our culture inspires creativity, nurtures talent, and creates an inclusive workplace. Our employees can thrive and grow their careers across our diverse operating divisions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering: Industrial (IE) or Mechanical preferred, others considered depending on experience
- >2 years manufacturing experience
- >5 years of relevant experience required for consideration in senior level role
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes including Lean and Six Sigma
The main duties/responsibilities of this role include:
- Develop and implement process improvements, monitor process capability, and conduct product performance assessments using statistical analysis and process optimization tools and methodologies.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis activities to solve technical, quality, or safety concerns.
- Improve manufacturing capacity and cost.
- Develop and implement production trials to resolve challenges and improve finished product characteristics.
- Work with operators and process technicians to develop, improve and monitor key processes and procedures.
- Assist in writing standard work documents, job aids, and operator training programs.
- Work cross functionally to assist with the planning, installation, start-up and performance validation of new equipment as well as maintain existing equipment.
- Senior level candidates should be considered an expert in some or all of these areas and be able to translate these results into major improvements and/or capital projects.
What We Offer
- Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance effective 1st of month following start date
- 401K 100% match at 5% after 90 days of employment
- Health & wellness reimbursements
- Employee & family assistance programs
- Product purchase program
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if applicable)
To Apply for this Career Opportunity
Please apply online at https://careers.jdirving.com/.
For further details, please contact Recruitment at icprecruitment@irvingconsumerproducts.com
We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Irving Tissue is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.