• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments concurrently, including ability to assess and manage priorities.
• Lead continued development initiatives that will positively impact customer satisfaction, quality, and performance.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for engineering improvement activities at the facility.
• Develop & implement strategic, process improvement projects in conjunction with goals and for optimizing cycle time, reducing defect rates, and improving customer satisfaction.
• Provide plant floor technical support when necessary.
• Track, report and analyze performance.
• Collaborate with operations managers to implement solutions.
• Coach employees in the use and implementation of continuous improvement, quality assurance, and Lean principles.
• Drive enhancement activities to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
• Create test parameters and participate in the testing and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Review and analyze engineering designs and propose design modifications to achieve reliability and efficiency.
• Monitor performance of all equipment systems to determine the effectiveness of the Maintenance Strategies. Upgrade preventive, predictive programs as indicated by performance data.
• Investigate root-cause for repetitive damage and failure rates and investigate costs that do not meet or follow the maintenance plans.
• Identify broad conceptual ideas and develop them into useful solutions.
• Collaborate with plant scheduling to best utilize equipment, manning, and time.
• Provide clear work instructions, training, and design systems to promote sustainability of improvements.
• Mentor team members in the resolution of issues, which adversely affect production, material usage and quality.
• Establish a mutually supportive and effective interface with production teams, leaders, and support services.
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide products that meet the company quality standards.

• Possesses a continuous improvement mindset and ability to drive change.
• Can apply a hand-on approach enhancement within the current processes to support the operations team.
• Self-starting individual with experience in industrial product troubleshooting.
• Highly result oriented and focused on business priorities, with a successful record of accomplishments
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of machining, industrial based systems
• Prior experience or training in Lean manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to articulate savings opportunities.
• A team player, capable of working cross functionally to operational issues.
• Ability to organize and interpret data to isolate manufacturing problems and determine trends.
• Determine practical solutions at site, ensuring a high level of engagement to the growth and optimization of the existing product and processes.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of products
• Computer proficiency.
• Strong data analytics skills with attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Communicate project status and results effectively to sector leadership.
• Prior experience with paper converting is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/industrial engineering is preferred. Other technical disciplines will be considered with right experience. Strong knowledge of Pulp & Paper industrial processes
• 3+ years of experience in continuous improvement activities or troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ project management experience

Sierra Hygiene Products is seeking a candidate who can assist in enhancing our ability to transform raw materials into valuable everyday items within the paper converting industry. You would be responsible for refining our troubleshooting strategies, designing, implementing, and optimizing industrial processes and machinery to enable our teams to provide exceptional products. You will have the opportunity to suggest manufacturing modifications making you a crucial component of our commitment to continuous improvement and product excellence. Strong problem-solving skills, a desire to improve, sound communication skills, highly motivated, team player, accountable, and responsible for decisions and impact are among the few essential tasks this individual would possess.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision and other voluntary insurances, and a 401k with company match.