Controls Engineer – Waukesha, WI

Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏭 Manufacturing Environment
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available (Current or Future Sponsorship Not Supported)

Overview

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Controls Engineer to support plant operations through the design, development, implementation, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing and testing systems.

This role is ideal for an experienced controls professional who can independently design PLC systems from scratch, support production equipment, develop testing solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Engineering

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.

• Develop testing protocols, data collection programs, and test equipment specifications.

• Support production equipment, electrical systems, and automated test platforms.

• Develop interfaces between SQL databases and production systems.

• Support installation, validation, commissioning, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.

Manufacturing Support

• Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues to minimize downtime.

• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Support continuous improvement, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives.

• Identify and implement process improvements to improve productivity and quality.

Project Engineering

• Lead or support capital equipment projects.

• Develop Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs).

• Create project goals, budgets, schedules, and work breakdown structures.

• Support change management initiatives using structured methodologies such as ADKAR.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and electrical safety requirements.

• Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with testing and manufacturing equipment.

• Promote a zero-incident safety culture.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of Controls Engineering or Test Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience designing PLC systems from the ground up.

• Experience supporting automated production and testing equipment.

Technical Skills

• PLC Programming

• HMI Programming

• SQL Database Integration

• Rockwell Automation Software:

• RSLogix 5

• RSLogix 500

• RSLogix 5000

• Studio 5000

• FactoryTalk View ME

• FactoryTalk View SE

• Visual Basic / Visual Studio

• Microsoft Applications

Must-Have Requirements

✔ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
✔ 5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering Experience
✔ Ability to Design PLC Systems from Scratch
✔ Rockwell Automation Software Experience
✔ PLC & HMI Programming Experience
✔ Understanding of Safety Systems Design
✔ Experience Supporting Manufacturing Equipment & Test Systems
✔ No Current or Future Sponsorship Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• NI LabVIEW

• NI TestStand

• Ignition (SCADA)

• Lean Manufacturing

• Six Sigma Methodologies

• Root Cause Analysis (8D, PFMEA, A3, Pareto, Control Charts)

• Project Management Experience

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Controls Engineer with strong manufacturing automation experience who can independently design and support PLC-based systems while driving plant efficiency and reliability.

They will have:

• Strong Rockwell Automation expertise.

• Experience developing controls for production and test equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and automation systems.

• Strong SQL and programming capabilities.

• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Experience

5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing

Seniority

Mid-Senior Level

PLC Design

Must Build PLCs from Scratch

Rockwell Experience

Required

Travel

None

Relocation

Available

Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

1. Can you design and build a PLC system from scratch?

2. Do you have at least 5 years of Controls/Test Engineering experience?

3. Do you hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering?

4. Do you have experience with Rockwell software (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)?

5. Do you have PLC and HMI programming experience?

6. Have you supported the design, development, installation, and troubleshooting of production equipment?

7. Do you have experience with Visual Studio, SQL, and Microsoft applications?

8. Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship?

Nice-to-Have Experience

• NI LabVIEW & TestStand

• Ignition SCADA

• Lean / Six Sigma tools

• Capital project execution

• Manufacturing test system development

• Change management methodologies (ADKAR)

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a global manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for innovation and stability.

• Work on advanced automation and testing systems.

• Drive impactful plant-wide improvements and modernization projects.

• Excellent career growth opportunities within engineering and operations.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Quality Assurance Regional Manager – Albert Lea, MN

Quality Assurance Regional Manager

📍 Location: Albert Lea, Minnesota (Oversight of Multiple Manufacturing Sites)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $130,000 – $145,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Frequent Regional Travel Required
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A growing manufacturer in the food and nutrition sector is seeking a Quality Assurance Regional Manager to lead quality and food safety operations across multiple production facilities in Minnesota.

This leadership role is responsible for driving food safety, regulatory compliance, quality system effectiveness, continuous improvement, and team development while partnering closely with Operations, Production, R&D, and Commercial teams.

The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with deep expertise in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety Leadership

• Lead quality assurance programs across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, SQF, customer, and internal quality standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on food safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Oversee internal audit programs, CAPA processes, and compliance activities.

• Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.

Team Leadership

• Develop, coach, and mentor regional quality teams.

• Establish and communicate performance goals using SMART objectives.

• Build a culture of accountability, food safety, and continuous improvement.

• Deliver food safety and quality training programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production, R&D, Commercial, and Operations teams to support product launches and process improvements.

• Support commercialization activities, change control processes, and new product introductions.

• Provide quality leadership during customer visits, regulatory inspections, and external audits.

Systems & Compliance

• Ensure effective implementation of food safety and quality management systems.

• Monitor and improve key metrics including:

• First Pass Quality

• Customer Complaints

• CAPA Effectiveness

• Inventory Health

• Compliance Performance

• Environmental & Sanitation Programs

• Apply SPC and data-driven methodologies to improve process performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or a related field.

• 10+ years of Quality Assurance experience within:

• Food Manufacturing

• Beverage Manufacturing

• Dietary Supplements

• Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Manufacturing

• Management experience leading quality teams.

• Strong knowledge of:

• FDA Regulations

• HACCP

• SQF

• Food Safety Programs

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Preferred Experience

• Multi-site quality leadership experience.

• Career progression across multiple functions including:

• Production

• R&D

• Quality

• PCQI certification.

• Strong experience working with cross-functional teams.

• Statistical Process Control (SPC) expertise.

• Project management and continuous improvement experience.

Key Skills

✔ Quality Assurance Leadership
✔ FDA Compliance
✔ HACCP & SQF Programs
✔ Food Safety Systems
✔ CAPA Management
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Internal Auditing
✔ SPC & Data Analysis
✔ Team Development
✔ Cross-Functional Leadership

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a strong quality leadership background within food or beverage manufacturing and has progressed through multiple operational disciplines such as Production, R&D, and Quality.

They will bring:

• Multi-site quality management experience.

• Strong food safety and regulatory expertise.

• Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.

• A track record of driving continuous improvement and quality culture transformation.

Screening Questions

1. Do you have experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry?

2. Do you have hands-on experience with HACCP, SQF, and food safety systems?

3. Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident?

4. Have you successfully partnered with cross-functional teams across operations, R&D, and quality?

5. Have you held roles in multiple functions such as Production, R&D, and Quality during your career?

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Seniority

Director Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industry

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Management Experience

Required

Travel

Frequent

Multi-Site Oversight

Preferred

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead quality operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.

• High visibility role with direct impact on food safety and operational excellence.

• Strong career growth opportunities within a growing organization.

• Collaborative environment with significant cross-functional leadership exposure.

• Opportunity to shape quality strategy and drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites.

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead – Richmond, VA

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead

📍 Location: Richmond, Virginia (On-Site)
🌎 Travel: Quarterly travel to Long Island, NY (or as needed)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Salary: $122,000 – $167,750 + Bonus

Overview

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to drive automation, digital manufacturing transformation, and operational cybersecurity across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This leadership role is responsible for automation systems, Operational Technology Networks (OTN), cybersecurity compliance, capital project execution, digital transformation initiatives, and long-term technology roadmaps. The position supports multiple manufacturing sites and serves as the primary automation and cybersecurity expert for the cluster.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Digital Transformation

• Develop and execute automation and digital manufacturing roadmaps.

• Lead smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Drive automation upgrades, modernization projects, and digital transformation programs.

• Improve site Digital Maturity through increased:

• Computerization

• Connectivity

• Visibility

• Transparency

• Predictive Analytics

• Adaptability

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure

• Own Operational Technology Network (OTN) cybersecurity strategy.

• Ensure compliance with corporate automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity standards.

• Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning for automation systems.

• Manage lifecycle planning and replacement of obsolete automation hardware and software.

Capital Projects & Project Management

• Lead automation-related capital projects from concept through implementation.

• Manage project budgets, timelines, and benefit realization.

• Support integration of new production lines, equipment, and digital technologies.

• Track project savings and ROI throughout project execution.

Operational Leadership

• Serve as escalation point for automation, controls, and cybersecurity issues.

• Collaborate with plant engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT teams.

• Manage automation infrastructure, controls systems, and manufacturing technology platforms.

• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead cross-functional project teams across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Build automation and cybersecurity capability within the organization.

• Partner with regional and global automation leaders on technology strategy and best practices.

• Drive stakeholder engagement focused on process optimization, compliance, and performance improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.

• 10+ years of experience in:

• Industrial Automation

• Controls Engineering

• Manufacturing Systems

• Project Management

• Strong experience with:

• Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

• Operational Technology Networks (OTN)

• Manufacturing Cybersecurity

• Digital Manufacturing Initiatives

Preferred Skills

✔ Industrial Automation
✔ Manufacturing Controls Systems
✔ Operational Technology Networks (OTN)
✔ Cybersecurity for Manufacturing Systems
✔ Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing
✔ Capital Project Management
✔ Digital Transformation
✔ Industrial Networking
✔ Manufacturing Infrastructure
✔ Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
✔ Continuous Improvement

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Automation or Controls Engineering leader with strong experience managing manufacturing technology environments across multiple facilities.

They will bring:

• Deep expertise in automation systems and industrial cybersecurity.

• Strong project management and capital deployment experience.

• Experience leading digital manufacturing transformation initiatives.

• Ability to influence stakeholders across operations, engineering, maintenance, and IT.

• Strong leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing / Food & Beverage

Seniority

Senior-Level

Travel

Quarterly Travel to NY

Location

Richmond, VA (On-Site)

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Eligible

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead automation and cybersecurity strategy across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Drive large-scale Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.

• High visibility role with significant impact on operational performance.

• Strong compensation package with bonus potential.

• Opportunity to influence the future of smart manufacturing within a global organization.

Wastewater Treatment Manager – Lumber Bridge, NC

Wastewater Treatment Manager

📍 Location: Lumber Bridge, North Carolina
🏢 Work Arrangement: On-Site
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A leading food manufacturing organization is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of its Water Treatment Plant and associated well systems.

This role is responsible for ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality water for plant operations, managing treatment equipment and personnel, maintaining compliance with environmental regulations, and serving as a key liaison between Operations, Environmental, and Regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations & Compliance

• Oversee daily operation of the Water Treatment Plant and associated wells.

• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality water across the manufacturing complex.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable state and federal environmental regulations.

• Prepare and submit required reports related to water usage, permitting, and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor treatment performance and implement operational improvements.

Maintenance & Asset Management

• Manage preventative maintenance programs for water treatment equipment and wells.

• Oversee chemical inventory, spare parts, supplies, and operational resources.

• Coordinate equipment repairs and system upgrades to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Team Leadership

• Supervise Water Treatment Operators and support staff.

• Manage hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management activities.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment.

• Develop team capabilities through ongoing training and coaching.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze operational data, logs, and system performance metrics.

• Identify opportunities to improve treatment efficiency and reliability.

• Communicate operational performance and compliance status to leadership and environmental teams.

• Support environmental audits and inspections as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of Water Treatment and/or Wastewater Treatment experience.

• Active Water Treatment License with required endorsements.

• Strong knowledge of:

• EPA regulations

• Environmental compliance requirements

• Water treatment operations

• Permitting and reporting processes

Preferred Experience

• Supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Experience in food processing or manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of groundwater well operations and maintenance.

• Experience managing environmental reporting and regulatory inspections.

Key Skills

✔ Water Treatment Operations
✔ Wastewater Treatment
✔ Environmental Compliance
✔ EPA Regulations
✔ Regulatory Reporting
✔ Preventative Maintenance
✔ Team Leadership
✔ Process Improvement
✔ Safety Management
✔ Operational Analysis

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed water treatment professional with strong operational and compliance experience who can lead both plant operations and personnel.

They will bring:

• Hands-on water treatment expertise.

• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.

• Experience managing treatment systems, wells, and maintenance programs.

• Leadership ability to supervise and develop operational teams.

• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

5+ Years

Seniority

Associate Level

Education

High School Diploma/GED

License

Water Treatment License Required

Industry

Food Manufacturing / Environmental

Leadership

Team Supervision Required

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Leadership role overseeing critical utility operations.

• Opportunity to manage water treatment systems supporting a large manufacturing complex.

• Stable organization with strong growth and long-term career opportunities.

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and healthcare programs.

• Family-oriented culture focused on teamwork, operational excellence, and employee development.

Regional Smart Manufacturing Senior Engineer – IN, IA or NE

Regional Smart Manufacturing Senior Engineer

📍 Location: Hammond, IN – Eddyville, IA or Blair, NE
💼 Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Up to 40%
💰 Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 + Bonus
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A global food manufacturing organization is seeking a Regional Smart Manufacturing Senior Engineer to lead and deliver projects focused on automation, process optimization, manufacturing technology, and smart manufacturing initiatives across multiple production facilities.

This role will drive projects from concept through design, pilot testing, implementation, commissioning, value realization, and project closeout while providing technical leadership in manufacturing innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Smart Manufacturing and automation projects across multiple facilities.

• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

• Manage projects through design, plant trials, startup, commissioning, and sustainment.

• Utilize scientific methods, experimental design, and data analysis to evaluate opportunities and solutions.

• Drive process optimization, raw material utilization improvements, and manufacturing performance enhancements.

• Develop project charters, protocols, reports, and value-tracking metrics.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement best practices.

• Support innovation efforts and identify intellectual property opportunities.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring successful execution and delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field.

• Minimum 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.

• Experience with:

• Project Management

• Experimental Design

• Data Analysis & Interpretation

• Manufacturing Process Improvement

• Technical Documentation

• Ability to travel up to 40%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:

• Plant Operations

• Process Engineering

• Project Engineering

• Process Controls & Automation

• Manufacturing Technology

• Production Excellence

• Strong project portfolio management experience.

• Automation and technology development expertise.

• Experience within starches, sweeteners, texturizers, food ingredients, or related manufacturing environments.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing engineer with strong project management and automation experience who can lead technology-driven improvement initiatives across multiple production facilities.

They will have:

• 5–7+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience.

• Strong automation and smart manufacturing knowledge.

• Experience implementing new technologies in plant environments.

• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage multiple capital or process improvement projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership capabilities.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

5–7+ Years

Seniority

Associate

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industry

Food Manufacturing / Process Manufacturing

Travel

Up to 40%

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Yes

Why This Opportunity?

• Lead high-impact Smart Manufacturing initiatives.

• Work with emerging automation and manufacturing technologies.

• Drive innovation across multiple production facilities.

• Strong compensation, bonus potential, and relocation support.

• Opportunity to influence operational excellence and manufacturing transformation on a regional scale.

Wastewater Operator (Level A / III Licensed) – Millsboro, DE | $5K Bonus

Wastewater Operator (Level A / Level III Licensed)

📍 Location: Millsboro, Delaware
🏭 Industry: Environmental Services / Manufacturing
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🕒 Shift Availability:

• 2nd Shift

• 3rd Shift

• Overnight schedules available

• Example schedule: Wednesday – Saturday | 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM

🔥 Multiple Openings Available

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $55,120 – $83,200

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available

• Bonus eligible

• Overtime eligible

• Full benefits package

• Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidates

• Interview travel reimbursement available

🚀 Overview

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking experienced Wastewater Operators to support wastewater treatment operations and environmental compliance at a large-scale production facility.

This role is ideal for candidates with strong wastewater treatment experience, current wastewater licensing, and hands-on mechanical troubleshooting capabilities. Operators will support environmental compliance, process control, system maintenance, and operational reliability across wastewater treatment systems.

The ideal candidate has experience working in wastewater facilities classified as Class II or higher, possesses a Level III or Level A wastewater license, and has experience serving in a Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) role.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Wastewater Operations

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment systems

• Maintain treatment process efficiency and environmental compliance

• Perform system troubleshooting and equipment repairs

• Rebuild pumps and wastewater equipment as needed

• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules

Environmental Compliance

• Assist in managing environmental compliance programs

• Monitor and report sampling results required by:

• Federal regulations

• State regulations

• Local environmental agencies

• Maintain accurate compliance documentation and records

Safety & Maintenance

• Adhere to all plant safety requirements including:

• PPE protocols

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures

• Process Safety Management standards

• Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately

Laboratory & Process Control

• Perform process control laboratory testing

• Support operational analysis and treatment optimization

• Document operational data and reporting metrics

✅ Required Qualifications

• Current Wastewater License required

• Level III Wastewater License preferred

• Level A or Master License highly preferred

• Valid Driver’s License required

• Associate’s Degree in:

• Science

• Engineering

• Related technical field

• Equivalent approved coursework accepted

• Minimum 4 years of operating experience in:

• Wastewater facilities classified as Class II or higher

• Minimum 2 years serving in:

• Direct Responsible Charge (DRC) capacity

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:

• Poultry manufacturing

• Food production

• Industrial manufacturing environments

• Mechanical troubleshooting and pump rebuilding experience

• Willingness to work:

• 2nd shift

• 3rd shift

• Overnight schedules

🛠️ Core Skills

✔ Wastewater Operations
✔ Environmental Compliance
✔ Wastewater Treatment Systems
✔ Pump Repair & Rebuilds
✔ Process Control
✔ Laboratory Testing
✔ LOTO Procedures
✔ Industrial Safety
✔ Preventative Maintenance
✔ Compliance Recordkeeping
✔ Manufacturing Operations
✔ Direct Responsible Charge (DRC)

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Holds a current Level III, Level A, or Master Wastewater License

• Has at least 4 years of wastewater operating experience in Class II or higher facilities

• Has served in a Direct Responsible Charge role for 2+ years

• Comfortable working overnight, second, or third shifts

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment

• Experience in poultry or manufacturing environments preferred

⚠️ Important Notes

• No visa sponsorship available now or in the future

• Candidates may be asked about prior felony convictions during screening

• Multiple openings available across different shifts

• Fully onsite position

📝 Screening Questions

1. Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?

2. Have you worked in a poultry or manufacturing facility?

3. Do you currently hold a valid Wastewater License?

4. Do you have experience serving in Direct Responsible Charge (DRC)?

5. Are you open to working 2nd or 3rd shift schedules?

🌟 Why Join

• Established and stable manufacturing organization with over 100 years of history

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

• Excellent compensation and overtime opportunities

• Long-term career growth in environmental and wastewater operations

• Opportunity to work in a large-scale industrial wastewater environment with advanced systems

Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging | Remote USA | Travel

Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging

📍 Location: Fully Remote (USA)
✈️ Travel: Up to 60% (primarily US, occasional Canada/Mexico)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $105,000 – $125,000

• Full benefits package

• Bonus eligible

• Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidates

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental & vision coverage starting Day 1

• 401(k) with company match

• Employee stock purchase program

• Generous PTO & volunteer time

• Tuition reimbursement & career development programs

• Paid parental leave & family support benefits

• Flexible work policies and wellness programs

🚀 Overview

A global leader in adhesive technologies and functional coatings is seeking a Lead Application Engineer – Flexible Packaging to provide technical leadership and customer-facing engineering support across the flexible packaging market.

This role serves as a trusted technical advisor supporting laminating adhesives and coatings technologies, helping customers optimize manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, implement new technologies, and drive innovation initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in flexible packaging, coatings, laminating adhesives, or converting processes with excellent customer engagement and project management capabilities.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Technical Customer Support

• Provide technical recommendations, troubleshooting, and application support for customers

• Conduct onsite technical visits including:

• Product demonstrations

• Audits

• Process troubleshooting

• Equipment optimization

• Support complaint investigations and root cause analysis

• Document activities and findings within CRM and laboratory systems

Flexible Packaging & Coating Expertise

• Support laminating adhesives and coatings applications

• Provide expertise in:

• Coating technologies

• Converting processes

• Flexible packaging applications

• Mechanical/application equipment optimization

• Assist customers in improving adhesive-related manufacturing processes

Project Management & Innovation

• Lead customer-focused technical projects from concept through implementation

• Scope and justify customer projects and technical initiatives

• Collaborate cross-functionally with:

• Product Development

• Manufacturing

• Supply Chain

• Sales & Marketing

• Support innovation pipeline initiatives and new technology adoption

Training & Relationship Management

• Deliver technical training to customers and field sales teams

• Serve as the technical liaison between customers and internal teams

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all organizational levels

• Promote best practices and share technical learnings across accounts

Laboratory & Technical Analysis

• Coordinate and prioritize laboratory testing activities

• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommendations

• Analyze complex technical and application-related problems

• Support troubleshooting and process optimization initiatives

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:

• Chemical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Materials Engineering

• Chemistry

• Or related technical field

• 5–10+ years of:

• Technical service

• Application engineering

• Flexible packaging industry experience

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Strong project management and organizational skills

⭐ Highly Preferred Experience

• Flexible packaging industry experience

• Hands-on coating and/or converting expertise

• Experience with:

• Laminating adhesives

• Coatings technologies

• Application equipment

• Converting machinery

• Customer-facing technical service experience

🛠️ Core Skills

✔ Flexible Packaging
✔ Laminating Adhesives
✔ Coatings Technology
✔ Application Engineering
✔ Technical Service
✔ Troubleshooting
✔ Process Optimization
✔ Converting Equipment
✔ Project Management
✔ Customer Training
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Industrial Manufacturing

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on technical expert within flexible packaging and coatings environments

• Strong customer-facing engineer comfortable working onsite with manufacturing teams

• Excellent communicator capable of interacting with operators through executive leadership

• Organized and proactive project leader with strong analytical capabilities

• Comfortable balancing technical problem solving with commercial support responsibilities

🌟 Why Join

• Join a globally recognized innovation leader in adhesives and coatings technology

• Fully remote role with significant customer engagement and technical ownership

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge flexible packaging solutions

• Strong career growth and international development opportunities

• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence

📋 Additional Details

• Fully remote position

• Heavy customer interaction and travel-based role

• Travel up to ~60% with advance planning and support for work-life balance

• Candidates must be comfortable working independently and managing multiple customer projects simultaneously

Maintenance Manager | Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Cherokee, OK | $131K–$150K

🏭 Maintenance Manager
🗺️ Cherokee, OK
📍 Food & Beverages Industry | Onsite
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Management
📅 Full-time | 1 Position Available

✨ Compensation: $131,000 – $150,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Limited assistance available
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Position Purpose

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices that keep plant equipment, grounds, and production processes running efficiently. This leader will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety while leading the engineering and maintenance teams.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Plant Operations & Layout: Develop and optimize plant processing lines to support operational changes or expansions.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

• Team Leadership: Equip and guide engineering and maintenance teams with the tools, training, and knowledge needed to sustain facility operations.

• Budget & Projects: Oversee Capital and Expense Budget projects and ensure timely execution.

• Vendor & Contractor Management: Build strong working relationships with external contractors and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with other departments to resolve daily operational challenges and drive plant-wide success.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify issues proactively and lead solutions in a structured, constructive manner.

✅ Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing (meat industry experience preferred).

• Licenses/Certifications: State Mechanical Contractor’s License.

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems.

• Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.

• Familiarity with CAD and PLC equipment.

• Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Excellent project and priority management.

• Effective communicator and self-starter with leadership skills across all organizational levels.

• Computer literacy (Excel, MS Word).

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods throughout the day.

• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs with proper technique.

• Work may require personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

• Exposure to extreme temperatures (-40°F to 110°F) and high-noise environments.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You’ll take ownership of critical operations, drive continuous improvements, and make a direct impact on plant safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

Systems Analyst Jobs in Boyertown, PA | IQMS/DELMIAworks ERP Implementation

Position: Systems Analyst
Location: Boyertown, PA (Hybrid)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5+ years)
Industry: Packaging and Containers
Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Systems Analyst to lead the implementation and expansion of standard processes within IQMS ERP (DELMIAworks) and related applications. This role will focus on scaling business operations, improving practices, and addressing evolving business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform system setups and configurations to support business operations.

• Design and develop Crystal Reports for diverse business needs.

• Analyze and generate actionable insights from system reports.

• Implement and support IQMS/DELMIAworks applications and solutions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues to ensure reliability.

• Ensure data integrity and system security across all platforms.

• Travel up to 25% for project implementation and support.

• Lead the development and implementation of ERP modules in collaboration with business leaders across manufacturing, operations, quality, finance, and supply chain.

• Conduct system testing activities for releases and upgrades.

• Provide training for technical and non-technical users on ERP solutions.

• Document system configurations and create system application test protocols for compliance validation.

• Establish standards for ERP use and prioritize enhancement requests.

• Evaluate and implement supporting ERP systems, such as reporting packages and business intelligence tools.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

• 3+ years of experience with IQMS/DELMIAworks and Crystal Reports.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations and ERP systems.

• Proficiency with SQL and report development tools.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%.

• Experience implementing and supporting ERP solutions in a multi-site manufacturing environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in plastics manufacturing or the broader manufacturing industry.

• Familiarity with quality management systems and multi-ERP environments.

• Experience integrating IT systems for acquired companies.

Why Apply?

This role provides the opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while driving impactful ERP implementations and contributing to organizational efficiency and growth.

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer - West Chicago, IL - $116,160 to $130,680

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer - West Chicago, IL
$116,160 to $130,680

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager/ Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Company’s Performance System (known as SPS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and strong ownership of the Maintenance Excellence process within their plant.

What you will be doing:

Ensure the safety of all employees by leading a comprehensive business safety process to prevent injuries.  Lead plant compliance of all federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.

Effectively implement/maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process that drives machine uptime, improves OEE and lower operations costs by championing the business Maintenance Excellence process.

Provide department leadership to ensure the highest standards of plant condition and equipment performance are achieved and sustained.

Ensure maintenance department personnel possess the appropriate skills and are qualified and proficient. Identify and support technical training and development for department employees.

Scope and execute capital projects, participate in annual plant budgeting, manage department spend. Identify technical improvements to equipment/processes.

Apply reliability tools to determine the root cause of critical equipment failures and downtime. Identify the appropriate countermeasures and solutions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.

Perform as a key member of the plant leadership team – positive communicator and problem solver - driving for plant/process improvements, meeting objectives and setting the bar for performance standards.

Support pillar continuous improvement activities.

This position is located in  Chicago DuPage, IL.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Strong understanding of OSHA requirements related to equipment in-house.  Ability to identify gaps and assist in implementing countermeasures to achieve Zero Safety Incidents.

Ability to lead and develop a highly collaborative and effective team.

Excellent organization, project management and communication skills

Proficient in Root Cause Analysis techniques (FMEA’s, 5Why’s, ATS, etc.) and developing/implementing Countermeasures to drive Zero Breakdown culture.

Process-oriented.  Can identify gaps in any process and implement solutions.

Basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, lubrication and predictive maintenance understanding

Ability to manage costs and reduce/optimize where needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS experience

Minimum experience 3+ years of successful experience leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing environment and/or 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience.

Minimum education required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with CMMS preferred.

Experience in TPM or Reliability field preferred.

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $116,160 to $130,680, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

If applicable…An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.  This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.