Manufacturing Operations Engineer

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

Work as a hands-on engineer to qualify new injection mold tools and develop manufacturing standards for NPL. When possible, continuously improve our existing processes, products and systems in a safe and efficient manner to meet and exceed our goals for safety, quality, and productivity. This position will work with the quality department in certifying new and existing processes as well as assist in training and support of the plant floor as needed. Exceptional communication skills and project organization will be necessary for success.

What you'll be doing:

• To work safely in a manufacturing environment including all plant safety procedures.

• Assist in part design reviews with an eye for good manufacturing process DFMEA.*

• Inspect, sample, modify any new tooling to create a stable process ready to be turned over to manufacturing.

• Assist the Engineering team in the process of turning over new projects to manufacturing.

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• Implement continuous improvement projects on the production floor in relation to the process and part quality/efficiency with solid return on investment.

• As necessary, assist the production floor in daily operations. Including but not limited to assisting with mold troubleshooting, repairs, PM, and refurbishments, etc.

• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.

• Responsible for implementing visual controls and standard work in department.

• Responsible for working with the plant and management to improve safety initiatives.

• Must be willing to work the hours necessary to complete objectives whichincludes extended travel away from home, domestic and international travel may be required.

• Additional Responsibilities as Assigned.

This position is in our Chatham, NY.

We'd love to hear from you if:

• Prefer Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience in manufacturing operations or process engineering.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Familiarity with safety and quality standards in manufacturing.

• Experience with automation and robotics is a plus.

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this role is from $104,400 to $117,450, plus a quarterly target bonus of 7.5% of base salary.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.