Process Engineer

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Process EngineerAssists with the improvement of processes in the manufacturing plant. Evaluates existing processes and identifies opportunities for quality or efficiency improvement, as well as cost-savings measures. Responsibilities are broad in scope but include all mechanical and electrical engineering aspects of high volume beverage production and supporting systems.Essential FunctionsDevelop monitoring systems which will evaluate the health of process equipmentAnalyze work flows within and across all plant departments defining Activities, Connections and Flows by direct observation of work.Conducting tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting/solving production problemsProcess optimization along with the maintenance of existing programs.Design workspace layouts estimate space requirements and line layouts as requiredWork with Engineers in Packaging and Product Development to develop local manufacturing processes in support of company objectivesReview the KPI monitoring systems and determine ways to improve current methods as well as implementation of new processesUtilize an analytical process to support Capital and Expense spend decisions within the plantAssist CI Manager and Plant Engineer in implementation of capital projectsVisit other Niagara plants and Suppliers to benchmark best practices and audit CAPAsPrepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.Develop testing equipment and methods as requiredAssist with JSA and development of procedures to ensure workplace safetyProvide technical support to technicians and managementDevelop and provide training to Managers, Supervisors and operators on new processes and maintain documentationMaintain current knowledge of emerging hardware and software technologies and manufacturing processesKey contributor to ensuring overall plant safety, being an active advocate for team member safety. Drive to continuously improve safety behaviors, environment and culture. Be a vocal safety advocate in all plant management meetings and initiatives.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.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment0 Years – Experience in Position0 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment2 Years – Experience working in Position 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesThis position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or other related technical fieldORAssociate's Degree complimented with Six Sigma certificationsPreferred: Master's Degree in Engineering, or other related technical fieldCertification/License: Required: N/APreferred: Six Sigma Green BeltForeign Language Required: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredBenefitsOur Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.SummaryLocation: Kansas City 2 - Kansas City, MOType: Full time