Packaging Manufacturing Technology Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +6 more states.

📋 Description

• Provide technical leadership and specialized knowledge in packaging manufacturing technology assets across Cargill Salt North America operations.

• Enhance the performance of current packaging assets and offer advice on capital recommendations for equipment upgrades.

• Evaluate and propose standards and KPIs to improve efficiency at each site.

• Work collaboratively with operations teams and other departments.

• Promote efficient and safe execution of process capabilities, hazard analysis, performance monitoring, technical training, and process enhancements.

• Assist in training and development related to packaging equipment.

• Contribute to digital transformation initiatives and ensure data transparency in packaging compliance.

• Assess the needs of packaging equipment and processes, and identify opportunities for improvement on packaging lines.

• Develop and implement plans and quality standards across plant locations.

• Introduce data and technology enhancements and provide guidance for process safety evaluations.

• Lead the establishment of packaging technology policies in alignment with manufacturing technology governance.

• Diagnose and resolve packaging equipment issues in collaboration with plant operations teams.

• Employ risk management practices and safety measures for packaging operations.

• Facilitate knowledge sharing, training, and coaching regarding packaging processes for plant operations and maintenance teams.

• Stay informed about industry trends in bagging and packaging and share relevant insights.

• Act as the primary contact for vendors and equipment manufacturers.

• Assist with decisions regarding equipment technology selection and upgrades.

• Provide expert thought leadership and strategic contributions with minimal direction.

• Offer guidance to supporting team members as necessary.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• At least six years of relevant work experience.

• Technical proficiency in packaging or bagging processes.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Basic understanding of leading practices within the packaging industry.

• Experience in engineering, maintenance, technical operations, or project management in an industrial setting.

• Proven experience in deploying strategy across multiple locations simultaneously.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for discretionary incentive awards.

• Comprehensive benefits program that may include medical and/or other benefits based on the position and hours worked.

• Accrual of Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year, unless otherwise mandated by law.

• Consideration for remote work arrangements.