Project Engineer at Gables Search Group
Senoia, GA
About the Job
Proficiency with various software applications, including PLC and programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or VB, as well as familiarity with Windows/DOS.
3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience performing cash flow analysis using Microsoft Office.
Competence in managing project resources, whether measured by the number of projects or their annual financial value.
Skill in developing business cases to justify investments and collaborating with other departments to input data.
Familiarity with regulations (NFPA, OSHA, EPA), best practices, and performance standards.
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, i.e., gearboxes, belts, chains, pulleys, fans, welding, machining, pneumatics, hydraulics, fabricating, tools, PLCs, ladder diagrams, drives, DC and AC voltage, relays, SCADA systems, networking, three-phase and single-phase power distribution, lighting, power supplies, and controls and shop knowledge.
Read equipment layout and design, electrical and mechanical prints.
Understanding of safety associated with drift, mechanical loads, LOTO, steam, pressure, tolerances, electricity, security systems, and atmosphere
Food Packaging or Food Manufacturing experience.
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for the design, installation and startup of process equipment associated
with existing machinery modification and upgrade, and new process technology.
Monthly reporting of capital spending compared to individual project budgets and overall
corporate capital budget.
Manage complex engineering projects related to new production, capital investments
and cost savings opportunities. This includes managing the project schedule, scope,
budget and quality of each project.
Participate in the long-term strategic planning for new production capability and capacity as well as annual capital budget planning process.
Responsible for economic analysis and justification of capital requests from the
production, marketing/sales, and technical departments.
Track capital expenses for various engineering projects, including assisting with
budgeting, managing project costs, completing purchase orders and tracking final costs.
Oversee external vendors/contractors to ensure safety standards are met or exceeded
throughout project lifecycle.
Manage post project performance analysis on all capital projects with a budget of
$100,000 or more. Reports may be required for capital projects with a budget of less
than $100,000.
Assist with overall plant operations and maintenance by optimizing process conditions,
resolving process problems and quality deficiencies, and reducing capacity restrictions
Assist with packaging machine problem solving relating to design deficiencies as
required.
Promote teamwork across the facility while interacting with employees to support
the company's quality, safety and PIE program.
Stay abreast of new technological development associated with plastic film equipment and processes, including extrusion, web handling, printing, and other converting technologies.
Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner compliant with ISO 9001 standards.
Conduct ad hoc analysis, special projects, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.
