Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at .

64 miles south of Montreal, Canada, and just west of Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh is a city in and the seat of Clinton County, New York. The population was 19,989 at the 2010 census. The population of the unincorporated areas within the surrounding Town of Plattsburgh was 11,870 as of the 2010 census, making the combined population for all of Plattsburgh to be 31,859.

The plant was built around 1902, manufactures sustainable molded fiber products such as cup carriers, school lunch trays, plates, and bowls, and has approximately 125 employees. Plattsburgh has been awarded multiple safety and environmental awards over it's illustrious history within the community.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

· Provide leadership for Engineering, Maintenance and Quality with the ultimate objective of maximizing production volume while achieving cost targets.

· Manages the capital budget and develops the technical talent in the group.

· Assures plant facilities and production equipment are properly maintained.

· Manages the plant Capital Budget and Engineering expense budget.

· Works with plant technical and operations resources to identify capital deployment opportunities.

· Responsible for CAR submission and coordination of capital activities.

· Responsible for hiring, salary administration, performance management including disciplinary actions, employee development and salary administration.

· Provides engineering support and resources to sustain plant production.

· Coordinates communication and implementation of manufacturing and technical initiatives.

· Manages AOP budget, which includes technical group salaries, building and grounds, maintenance materials and utilities.

· Responsibility for meeting site environmental compliance and providing support to plant safety programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· BA/BS degree preferred in engineering.

· 6+ years in engineering field with demonstrated project and process management skills with at least 3 years supervisory experience.

· Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and negotiation skills required.

· Ability to analyze and problem solve various technical related issues.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email [email protected].

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Facilities Maintenance Experience
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Packaging Experience
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Injection Molding Experience