Senior Packaging Engineer

• Lead and develop the PCK team, including supervisors, operators, and casual labor, to drive high performance in Safety, Delivery, Cost, Quality, and Morale (PQCDSM).
• Execute and promote strategies to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the Packaging department.
• Direct the safe operations of the manufacturing facility to ensure the production of high-quality goods, delivered on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement innovative stacking and packaging techniques to optimize space utilization and reduce packaging material and finished goods waste.
• Lead problem-solving and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the packaging area.
• Collaborate effectively with other business functions to support and contribute to cross-functional projects. 

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or production or relevant field).

Experience

• 4+ years of Experience in Production Department (food industry is a must)
• Experience frozen food or potato processing and production is highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of packaging machines, automation systems, and maintenance coordination.
• Knowledge of automated packaging equipment (VFFS, cartoners, palletizers).
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement tools.
• Use lean tools is a plus (DMAIC, problem solving techniques)
• Performance measure tool (OEE) • Proven leadership and people management skills (Strong team leader).
• Experience in OEE management and performance monitoring systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and methods.
• Risk and governance management
• Operational excellence systems
• Safety awareness & procedures
• Reporting accuracy