Plant Engineer

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions-we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Purpose

Multi-Crafted Engineer who executes mechanical, electrical, and process-related solutions, focusing on continually improving manufacturing process and efficiency. Guides, plans, and executes engineering projects that improve safety, quality, and site processes, and steers technical and operational projects that involve a broad range of equipment, materials, and complexity. Go-to person to Provide technical leadership for the site.

Principle Accountabilities

• Guides hands-on problem solving, repairing, and continuous improvement of the overall manufacturing operations, with the
  Maintenance Team.
• Has direct responsibility executing internal projects through managing and guiding a team of Mechanics, Outside vendors, and Buyer for the site, with Maintenance Team Lead.
• Has full accountability for all corporate project execution at plant, with the direction of the site leader to drive cost savings, safety, new product, and process efficiency.
• Manages all project management/spend/accounting for the site.
• Drives and improves Plant Downtime and Storeroom Stock - with the Maintenance Team Lead.
• Able to lead a team through complex change management, take ownership, and drive new process performance systems (IPS) with guidance from site leader.
• Able to manage and drive a safety culture, through the Process Hazard Identification System.
• Establishes optimum extrusion processes and process controls through machine and process capability studies.
• Generates standard operating procedures (SOP's) and works with production teams to implement across plant.
• Partners with Operations to provide training, guidance, and hands-on support for sustaining stable processes in the manufacturing process.
• Initiates and carries out cost savings and lean manufacturing initiatives and shares best practices with the entire Operations team.
• Assists in equipment specification, selection, installation, and start-up process establishment.
• Influences future state plant capabilities and capacity through expansion, automation, process improvement, and standard operating procedures
• Has full accountability for all corporate project execution at plant, with the direction of the site leader to drive cost savings, safety, new product, and process efficiency.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field required, Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Preferred.
• 5 years minimum of engineering/Maintenance combined experience in a lean manufacturing environment preferred
• 2-3 years, Maintenance Supervision/Facility Manager experience preferred.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of equipment selection, troubleshooting, and installation.
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, manage, and execute approximately 1M - 3M/year, capital investment projects.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, AutoCad or SolidWorks. PLC programming is a plus.
• Knowledge of plastic extrusion, packaging, co-packing, and/or blown or cast film manufacturing highly preferred.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job-you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!