Optimization Engineering Specialist - Linear Filling (Part-Time)

Position Overview Gehl Food & Beverage is seeking a part‑time Optimization Engineering Specialist to provide expert guidance on the performance, optimization, and reliability of JBT SF&DS Asep‑tec Linear Fillers within our low‑acid aseptic manufacturing operations. This role serves as a strategic advisor focused on identifying performance opportunities, directing improvement initiatives, and developing internal capabilities—without performing hands‑on technical work. What You’ll Do Assess linear filler performance and identify key constraints impacting OEE, throughput, quality, and reliability. Develop and maintain optimization roadmaps, improvement plans, and prioritized action strategies. Lead root cause analysis efforts through site teams and provide direction on performance improvement initiatives. Advise engineering and capital project teams on technical scope, specifications, lifecycle planning, and reliability improvements. Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and OEM partners to align resources and improvement priorities. Serve as the primary technical advisor to site leadership on filler performance strategy, risk mitigation, and improvement sequencing. Coach and develop internal engineers and technicians through knowledge transfer, structured problem‑solving, and best‑practice guidance. Monitor progress against improvement plans and provide recommendations to sustain long‑term performance gains. What You’ll Need 10+ years of experience with JBT linear fillers or comparable aseptic filling systems. Deep expertise across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems associated with JBT SF&DS Asep‑tec Linear Fillers. Proven success leading performance improvement initiatives that deliver measurable OEE improvements. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Experience working in a consulting, advisory, or leadership capacity where influence is achieved without direct authority. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage plant leadership, technical teams, and OEM partners. Location: Germantown, WI (primarily on-site) Travel: Limited travel to Lathrop, CA and Walterboro, SC as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gehl-Food-