Process Engineer

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos and Airheads!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Process Engineer to join our Erlanger Production team.  WHAT YOU WILL DO The Process Engineer will be responsible for managing the overall performance and efficiency of various production lines in the Erlanger production facility. Specifically, this person will be tasked with driving improved OEE, scrap and change management on the lines. This individual will lead and support all continuous improvement projects on the line (packaging material changes, equipment upgrades, installations etc). Strong interpersonal skills are necessary, since this person will work very closely with various stakeholders including Maintenance, R&D, Packaging, Production, Engineering, CI and Quality, to lead various productivity initiatives and act as a strong change agent in order to motivate and influence others. As a mid-level engineer, it is expected that the individual has the ability and experience managing complex situations and leading effective teams.  This role also plays an important part in understanding and analysing process capability (through statistical analysis) and using Integrated Lean Six Sigma (IL6S) tools (ex. 5S, CIL, Centerlines, Visual Standards, Statistical Process Capability) to drive line efficiency improvements as well as ensure employee capability is being built.  Provide technical and business expertise on manufacturing systems/technologies/products and materials; Maintain and create appropriate documentation for reports, project execution, and data analysis   Provide expertise in machine, materials, methods, environment, and personnel to provide robust operating systems  Lead and define all KPIs for packaging lines and provide a detailed plan to improve/control  Collect data, interpret results, and formulate detailed technical reports. Communicate recommendations and influence key cross functional stakeholders on business decisions    Lead commissioning plans, and factory acceptance tests for all new packaging designs. Work closely with local and group engineering to understand equipment requirements and tolerances Lead line trials alongside packaging engineer associated with new packaging/equipment. Single point of contact and technical project leader for all trials related to packaging materials     Collaborate with equipment suppliers, maintenance etc to drive efficiency gains.    Drive loss elimination while improving system and equipment reliability through demonstrated use of continuous improvement processes, problem solving, statistical analysis and support of productivity initiatives, Identify, Quantify, Eradicate previously prioritized losses   Leader & trainer of IL6S methodologies, Complete 12 Step Kobetsu…