Plant Engineer

Comar • $75K — $95K *

Buena, NJ 08310In-Person

Manufacturing & Automotive

Less than 5 years of experience

More than 3 months ago

Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Technology, Engineering, or related field.
4 years of experience in process engineering or technical manufacturing, specifically in the plastics industry.
4 years of project management experience.
Experience in a manufacturing facility with injection molding is preferred.
Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Organize and deliver Capital Infrastructure Projects by planning and scheduling project goals.
Define project requirements and manage the life cycle deployment.
Develop Capital Project Requests (CPR) for project authorization.
Identify and resolve project issues efficiently throughout project execution.
Champion process improvement initiatives using COMAR’s technology.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth within a team-oriented environment.
Engagement in innovative projects that contribute to healthcare solutions.
Supportive company culture that emphasizes collaboration and team success.

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Full Job Description

PLANT ENGINEER

Our Engineering Operations team has an immediate opening at our flagship Buena, NJ plant for a Plant Engineer who is ready to take their career to the next level. As a Plant Engineer at Comar you will be a critical member of the team developing solutions, continuously improving our processes, and ensuring the highest quality standards are met in support of our customers and the patient or end user of our products. Are you an Engineer looking to make a difference with a company that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth? One of our Core Values is "Work Together, Win Together." Come work and win with us today!

What you will do:

Organize, plan, and deliver Capital Infrastructure Projects.

Plan and schedule project goals, milestones and deliverables.
Define requirements and plans the project life cycle deployment.
Define resources for project and the program implementation schedule.
Develop Capital Project Request (CPR) Authorization for Expenditure (AFE).
Identify and solve project issues effectively.
Develop RFP (Requests for Proposals) for external services.
Design and maintain project and technical documentation.
Document project status reports and provide timely information to all stakeholders.
Undertake project strategy creation for contingency planning and risk mitigation.

Operations and Product Design support.

Develop Engineering solutions to technical problems.
Provide production diagnostics support, troubleshooting, identifying root cause and corrective actions for problems outside the normal production operating window.
Implement projects to improve safety, efficiency and reduce cost.
Drive continued process improvements, utilizing functional teams as needed.
Follow Good Plant Engineering Theory & Practices to methodically and safely address shortcomings in plant systems.
Lead inter-department interaction with Operations, Engineering, and Vendors in the resolution of issues. Communicate through reports, action registers, data analysis type tools with team and stake holders.
Champion COMAR's process improvement culture (TPI-Three) technology.

Organize, plan and deliver fully integrated automation solutions.

Provide technical support to troubleshoot and resolve automation issues.
Implement projects to improve efficiency and reduce cost
Support operations to identify root cause and corrective actions for problems outside the normal production operating window
Standardize automation equipment, infrastructure and processes for the plants.
Ensuring equipment and systems meet all applicable safety, regulatory and environmental requirements.
Provide education and training to key stakeholders in the plant.

Maintenance System Process Improvements.

Partner with plant maintenance leaders to drive process improvement throughout company.
Help drive standardized equipment, tooling and plant preventative maintenance programs, utilizing best practices across organization.
Support plants in ensuring equipment and systems meet all applicable safety, regulatory and environmental requirements.

Who we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Packaging Technology, Engineering or related field.
4 years process engineering or technical manufacturing experience in the plastics industry.
4 years Project Management experience.

Preferred:

Experience in a manufacturing facility using Injection Molding.
Green or Black Belt (Lean Six Sigma) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience using CAD design software, SolidWorks and Auto Cad.

Do you have?

Solid Understanding of Statistical Process Controls (SPC) and Statistical Quality Controls (SQC) and techniques.
Strong understanding of plastic processing equipment and plastic materials, including injection molding, injection blow molding, and extrusion molding using polyethylene, polypropylene, PET, polystyrene, and all other thermoplastics and engineering resins.
Understanding of mold and tooling design related to plastic processing.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft office suite, database administration, ERP), proficient in creating and managing pivot tables in EXCEL and ability to become user proficient in IQMS.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Excellent organizational and communication skills with managing various technical resources.
Leadership qualities to define requirements for project risks.
Organizational, presentation and customer service skills.
Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization, including communication of complex projects in straightforward terms.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!

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About Comar

Comar is a leading manufacturer of plastic packaging, dispensing, and drug delivery devices for the healthcare industry. The company's products include bottles, closures, droppers, syringes, and inhalers, among others. Comar serves a wide range of customers, including pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and contract packagers. The company is known for its high-quality products, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service. Comar is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the communities where it operates.

Learn more about Comar

Size

1,000 employees

Industry

Healthcare

Net Income

$10 million

Founded

2023

5 Year Trend

+10%

Revenue

$200 million

NASDAQ

* Ladders Estimates

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