Mechanical Engineer- Packaging Equipment

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The primary responsibility of the Packaging Manufacturing Engineer is to improve the efficiency, safety, and quality of the Packaging equipment in the Production Department. The engineer manages projects in the packaging department.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Improves the manufacturability of products and packaging equipment.  Works with operations on continuous improvement of packaging lines and equipment.  This is a hands-on engineering role. 
• Troubleshoots and improves new and existing equipment.  Partners with operations to gather data to identify root causes and solutions to production problems. 
• Originates concepts for new and existing packaging equipment, including support equipment such as conveying, robotics, instrumentation, weight control, and quality systems.  Manages and engineers approved projects through to completion.  Projects will cover a diverse range both in scope and area.
• Able to effectively communicate ideas and concepts to peers, subordinates and leadership within the organization and across organizational lines
• Ability to work weekends as needed.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 3+ years in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical experience preferred. 
• Fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, control systems integration, electro-mechanical drive systems, and safety.
• Allen Bradley PLC and Wonderware programming experience a plus.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays, if appropriate.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• BS/BA in mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering or similar discipline such as industrial engineering.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• • Analytical Thinking & Decision Making –  Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
  • Business & Financial Acumen –  Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
  • Effective Communication –  Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
  • Customer Orientation –  Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times.  Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs.  Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
  • Establishes Trust –  Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrious and vulnerable.
  • Problem-Solving –  Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
  • Results Orientation & Accountability –  Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration –  Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
  • Change Management – Achieves success through change: identifies opportunities for improvement and innovation, removes barriers and resistance, and enables behaviors that support desired outcomes.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Crockett, CA

Pay Range

• $70,500-$117,500
• The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.