Plant Engineer (Packaging)
The Clorox Company
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Your role at Clorox:
Working in a participative, team-based environment, using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma processes and principles, the Packaging Engineer is responsible for technical stewardship of all equipment in the operating teams, with a focus on manufacturing and packaging equipment.In this role, you will:
- Develop thorough and practical solutions with minimal assistance to a wide range of difficult challenges using knowledge of industry and plant operations.
- Apply engineering and maintenance skills to determine root cause of issues and optimize packaging equipment, leveraging plant, company, and external resources.
- Apply multi-discipline engineering and maintenance procedures to improve and upgrade manufacturing equipment, processes, and materials.
- Lead or participate on teams developing, designing, installing, and starting up new equipment, processes, products, line extensions, product improvements, and technology upgrades; develop, plan, lead, and execute plant capital projects (typically under $500k).
- Lead technical support of packaging operations for all aspects of the manufacturing process.
- Develop and maintain expertise in packaging functional specialties to cost‑effectively support the plant as the on-site Packaging Engineer, including day‑to‑day operations support.
- Provide manufacturing technology expertise to support plant-led projects and initiatives.
- Maintain linkages with outside suppliers and internal equipment and technology users to influence development or acquisition of beneficial manufacturing technology.
- Provide technical leadership within the plant and foster development of plant associates, technical resources, and plant capabilities while supporting the cultural progression toward a high‑performance organization.
- Technically lead the packaging effort to help plant associates understand and address concerns.
- Provide thorough and practical solutions to technical problems, demonstrating proficiency in analytical problem solving and effective knowledge transfer.
- Develop personal skills and mentor/train teams (operations, engineering, and maintenance) on new techniques and practices.
- Coach and develop others as part of daily work.
- Influence and accomplish work through others.
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What we look for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience interacting with and managing vendors, suppliers, and contractors
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and analytical decision‑making experience
- Solid technical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and make decisions
- Demonstrated presentation, organizational, analytical, and verbal/nonverbal communication skills
- Leadership ability with exceptional interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, SAP, and AutoCAD
- Willingness to work off shift as needed to support coworkers, training, operations, and projects
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively at all organizational levels
- Ability to function as a member of a cross‑functional team, actively participating and adding value
- Highly motivated and assertive with strong commitment to success, project management skills, attention to detail, and strong Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Collaborative mindset
- Preferred: Experience in extrusion blow molding and liquid‑fill packaging in a Consumer-Packaged Goods environment
- Preferred: Electrical Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) skills
- Preferred: Ability to foster strong partnerships across teams and lead project teams within larger programs
- Preferred: Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma manufacturing processes and continuous improvement techniques
- Preferred: Experience analyzing manufacturing and packaging equipment, processes, and operations for safety, sustainability, quality, cost savings, loss elimination, failure analysis, training opportunities, and feasibility evaluations
Workplace type:
Onsite - 5 days a weekOur values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.
[U.S.]Additional Information:
At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.
–Zone A: $88,700 - $165,900
–Zone B: $81,300 - $152,100
–Zone C: $73,900 - $138,300
All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.
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