Senior Process Engineer, Blow Molding Operations

2 months ago

Ottawa, United States Silgan Containers Full time
Job Summary

Silgan Containers is seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer to join our team in Ottawa. As a key member of our blow molding operations, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our production lines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage direct reports to ensure timely and scheduled plant start-ups and mold changes.
  • Work closely with the management team and shift supervisor to control labor and optimize production line efficiency.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the plant.
  • Daily communication with the management team and hourly employees to ensure best utilization of time, production schedule, and cost.
  • Responsible for promoting and executing safe work practices throughout the Ottawa facility.
  • Manage the set-up department, ensuring all set-ups are completed timely and accurately.
  • Identify mold issues and correct them by communicating with mold makers to optimize process changes.
  • Work with plant PDE to approve engineering on new tooling/mold.
  • Maintain a listing of daily changes and report to the plant manager at month's end.
  • Manage process technicians and set-up personnel while working closely with shift supervisors, operators, and quality personnel to ensure the production floor is running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Work closely with PDE's on new projects.
  • Manage mold, head, barrel, and screw inventory.
  • Maintain set-up documentation for all jobs.
  • Train new employees and operators.
  • Work closely with customer service, scheduling, engineering, and manufacturing manager on upcoming jobs and ensure all line components are available.
  • Evaluate jobs that do not run to standard and work with appropriate personnel to bring them to standard.
  • Provide support to the plant during off-hours as needed.
  • Monitor performance and attendance on direct reports and administer accordingly.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Good safety, attendance, and job performance record.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a blow molding facility, preferably working with shuttle equipment.
  • Working knowledge of blow molding tooling and components.
  • Ability to demonstrate high-quality and quantity of work.
  • Knowledge of plant procedures and equipment use.
  • Ability to identify and correct errors, initiate work activities, assume responsibility, and anticipate needs.
  • Ability to complete work assignments, meet schedules, and follow established policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent knowledge of Bekum, SIG, or Sabmann blow molders.
  • Understanding of blow molding methods and logic.
  • Basic electrical knowledge.
  • Proficient in hydraulic systems.
  • Proficient in pneumatic systems.
  • Ability to assess job tasks and prioritize those tasks when conditions change.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate and train effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to troubleshoot blow molding processing issues and effectively resolve them.
  • Forklift License.
Special Requirements
  • Dependability.
  • Good attendance record.
  • Willingness to work after hours when needed.
  • Willingness to travel when needed.

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