Manufacturing Engineer – Small Packaging (Plastic)

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, designing and coordinating manufacturing improvements within the Small Packaging – Plastic facilities. The role focuses on evaluating processes to boost product quality, efficiency, machine reliability, and workflow while validating and documenting improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage cost‑reduction projects and write AFE update reports.
• Monitor and improve machine processes, develop work instructions and train employees.
• Increase OEE by using downtime tracking tools and creating Pareto charts.
• Apply IIoT/Industry 4.0 technologies for integrated data collection.
• Participate in safety‑improvement initiatives.
• Design and conduct research programs to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes.
• Root‑cause analysis of customer product complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Support projects that reduce downtime and scrap.
• Organise, plan and commission new or modified production lines.
• Validate process improvements for sustainability and integrate documentation into the quality system.
• Provide training on new or modified processes to operators, supervisors and managers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (manufacturing, mechanical or industrial preferred).
• Recent graduate to 2+ years of experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of high‑volume manufacturing and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and quality improvement methods.
• Self‑starter able to work independently or in a team with limited supervision.
• Preferably holds a nationally recognised manufacturing engineering certification (e.g., AME, SME).

Required skills

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• SAP.
• Minitab or similar data‑analysis tools.
• IIoT and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Downtime tracking tools and OEE analysis.
• Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Data analysis and root‑cause investigation.

What we offer

• Salary range $76,000 – $114,000 per year, based on experience and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, paid time off and other competitive benefits.