Product & Process Implementation Engineer - Packaging

Résumé du poste

The engineer is responsible for implementing new packaging materials, processes, and equipment while leading site-level trials and ensuring R&D specifications are met. They also manage technical documentation, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives to support site efficiency and safety.

Détails du poste

Job Description: The Process & Product Implementation Engineer - Packaging is the factory-level R&D representative responsible for implementing new packaging materials, packaging processes, packaging equipment, product/package changes, and packaging sustainability initiatives within the site. The role supports safe, compliant, and efficient deployment by applying R&D specifications, assessing industrial risks, leading site trials, and partnering with Operations, Engineering, Q&FS, CVS, Regional R&D Deploy, and Packaging Technology teams. This role is based in Guelph with regular in-office collaboration expected. Flexibility is a key enabler—empowering associates to make choices that support both business outcomes and personal needs, including remote work. What are we looking for? 5+ years of manufacturing experience with high school diploma or equivalent experience Experience supporting technical trials, validation activities, startup activities, or industrialization projects. Experience with packaging equipment, packaging materials, or manufacturing systems preferred. Advanced problem-solving expertise (Six Sigma, process control statistics), Lean/SixSigma certification is a plus Knowledge of Lean/MSE principles and activity management (QuEST/QES). Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills. Ability to transfer procedures and training experiences to others. Travel 15% - 20% What will be your key responsibilities? Packaging Innovation Deployment & Transfer Deploy and execute R&D strategies for growth, quality, efficiency, and sustainability by implementing R&D innovations on site related to products, packs, processes, packaging equipment, and packaging systems. Lead site-level packaging line trials from preparation through execution, reporting, and follow-up. Coordinate line availability, sampling plans, resources, stakeholders, materials, and reporting requirements. Complete trial reports and provide technical recommendations to Operations, Engineering, Q&FS, CVS, Regional R&D Deploy, and Packaging Technology teams. R&D specifications Implementation & Conformance Ensure R&D specifications are implemented locally, including product, process, packaging material, packaging equipment, and packaging process specifications. Identify specification gaps and escalate to Regional R&D Deploy or Packaging Technology as needed. Implement and follow up statistical process control for process control management. Define, validate, and sustain Standard Running Conditions in the affected process or packaging perimeter. Collaborate with CVS, Operations, Engineering, Technical, and Q&FS teams to implement and validate new technical standards, packaging equipment, or packaging line changes. Trial Documentation, Handover, and Knowledge Management Establish and follow operational control systems including change management, Industrial GO, Hand Over 1, Hand Over 2, and Qualification Review. Document trial plans, results, learnings, deviations, and recommendations in a consistent format. Support improved tracking of trial execution, trial completion, and reporting performance. Ensure lessons learned from trials, start-ups, and project execution are captured and shared with appropriate site and regional stakeholders. Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving Develop and sustain training modules for packaging processes, packaging materials, equipment operation, standards, SRCs, and trial execution. Transfer procedures, standards, and technical knowledge to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Q&FS, and factory teams. Support onboarding and development of associates involved in packaging implementation and trial execution. Participate in the regional PPI platform to share technology learnings, best practices, and knowledge transfer as part of multi-site harmonization. Support compliance to operating standards Proactively support Safety, Q&FS, Environment, SIG, and site operating standards. Support HSE and Q&FS requirements during trial planning, startup, validation, and implementation. Support investment submissions by helping identify technical needs, benefits, and expected factory impact. Ensure implementation activities follow relevant industrialization, food safety, quality, and factory governance processes. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 86,444.00 - CAD 113,458.00. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.

Ce que vous ferez

The engineer is responsible for implementing new packaging materials, processes, and equipment while leading site-level trials and ensuring R&D specifications are met. They also manage technical documentation, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives to support site efficiency and safety.

Exigences

Candidates must have at least 5 years of manufacturing experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in technical trials, packaging systems, and problem-solving methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma is required.

Avantages

• Company bonus • Learning and development support • Access to Mars University

Compétences indiquées

• Change Management · Souhaitée
• Training · Souhaitée
• Assurance qualité · Souhaitée
• Salubrité alimentaire · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Lean Manufacturing · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Packaging engineering
• Process implementation
• Technical trials
• Six Sigma
• Process control statistics
• Lean manufacturing
• Analytical skills
• Communication
• Influencing
• Project management
• Industrialization
• Quality assurance
• Food safety
• Change management
• Training
• Sustainability
• Equipment Operation
• Influencing Skills
• Sustainable Packaging
• Project Implementation
• Knowledge Transfer
• Planning
• Six Sigma Methodology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Change Management
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Control Systems
• Packaging And Labeling
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Governance
• Innovation
• Industrial Engineering
• Problem Solving
• Knowledge Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Operations
• Packaging Engineering
• Process Control
• Sampling (Statistics)
• Product Software Implementation Method
• Statistical Process Controls
• Statistics
• Technical Standard
• Environment Health And Safety

Domaines d’emploi

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Packaging Process Engineer
• Packaging Industrial Engineer
• Industrial and Production Engineers
• Industrial Engineers