Key Accountabilities
Provide leadership for the assessment of packaging equipment and process needs. Partner with operations teams and site subject matter experts to identify opportunities for packaging line improvement. Create and deploy plans and quality standards across plant sites resulting in measurable value to the business year over year.
Provide technical expertise to generate and track value by implementing data and technology improvements to existing processes and to provide guidance for process safety evaluations.
Lead the creation of packaging technology related policies for plant operations in alignment with manufacturing technology governance.
Provide manufacturing technology expertise to plants, partnering with operations teams to diagnose and troubleshoot issues with deep knowledge of packaging equipment.
Lead the deployment of risk management practices and safeguards for packaging operations. Partner with plants on packaging equipment safety, process safety, food safety, regulatory and environmental standards, policies and codes.
Identify opportunities and gaps within the Packaging domain. Provide support through packaging process knowledge sharing, training and coaching to plant operations and maintenance teams as necessary.
Follow trends and share insights in the bagging and packaging industry. Attend industry trade shows or conferences and share learnings and experiences with teams.
Serve as point of contact for vendors and equipment manufacturers. Support decisions for equipment technology selections or upgrades.
Provide expert thought leadership and work with limited direction, using additional research and interpretation to identify issues or problems. You may provide direction to supporting team members and be a strategic contributor.
Other duties as assigned
The preferred work location for this position is the Cargill Global Headquarters in Wayzata, MN. Other Cargill Salt manufacturing work locations that could be considered are: St. Clair, MI /Akron, OH / Hersey, MI / Timpie, UT / Hutchinson, KS / Newark, CA / Watkins Glen, NY. A remote work arrangement may also be considered.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field OR equivalent experience
Minimum of six years of related work experience
Technical expertise in packaging or bagging processes
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Ability to lift 50 pounds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in bagging or packaging processes
Fundamental understanding of packaging industry leading practices
Experience in engineering, maintenance, technical operations, or project management in an industrial environment
Experience deploying strategy in multiple locations simultaneously
Compensation Data
The expected salary for this position is $160,000-$200,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellness to learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions). Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
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