Food Process Engineering Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

MISSION / SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Process Engineer provides engineering and project management support to maximize efficiency of production operations.  They also provide project management, active leadership, and participation in the plant continuous improvement and safety processes.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
   Manage and/or provide engineering support for process improvement projects, funded by both capital and plant resources.
   Collaboratively support plant waste reduction and throughput improvement goals through establishing new or updating existing processes, finding root causes to problems, and managing and sustaining corrective actions.
   Working with hourly personnel to closely understand barriers to performance and mitigate them
   Position requires some scheduled weekend requirements as well as other non-traditional work hours when needed.
   Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:
   Engineering/manufacturing degree OR 2 years experience in an industrial manufacturing environment required.
   Demonstrated leadership of continuous-improvement projects and/or cross-functional work teams.
   Demonstrated self-starter, continually seeking opportunities for improvement for both self and organization.
   Demonstrated commitment to safety to include hazard identification and mitigation, continuous improvement programs, and full understanding of applicable OSHA standards.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:
   Bachelor Degree in related field 

SPECIFIC SKILLS:
   Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint, to include the ability to analyze and interpret data and create executive-level presentations. 
   SAP experience is preferred

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:
   General schedule is a day shift M-F assignment; however, employee must be willing to work occasional alternate schedules as required that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.
   Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, or riding

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
   Must be able to work in and around the machinery in all environmental conditions to include dirt, dust, fluids, fumes, and heat
   Must be able to access elevated, limited access, and confined space environments via man lifts, scaffolding, and climbing which may result in awkward movements while inspecting and/or troubleshooting equipment
   Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
   Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
   Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
   Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
   Integrity & Trust
   Action Oriented
   Customer Focus 
   Timely Decision Making 
   Problem Solving
   Critical Thinking

Pay Range:   $80,300.00 - $107,100.00

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process.  We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com.