Manufacturing Engineer - VA

Job Description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

OBJECTIVE:

To work under general supervision and perform moderately complex professional engineering assignments in one or more of the following fields: facilities engineering, manufacturing and/or process engineering.  Provides technical assistance to plant maintenance departments focusing on process improvements to improve bottom line results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:   *denotes essential job functions

*(1)     Analyzes, tests, evaluates, investigates and solves moderately complex problems relative to engineering

            projects.

  (2)      May establish SPB’s safety programs and QSR procedures.

  (3)      Prepares and maintains statistical data, charts, specifications and reports relative to the plant’s processes.

*(4)      Works with technicians or maintenance personnel, providing technical guidance as necessary.

  (5)      Oversees and coordinates with outside vendors.  Develops services specifications and solicits, evaluates, and recommends bids

  (6)      May perform daily inspections of plant utility equipment and/or serves as plant contact for maintenance contractors.

*(7)      Assists Corporate Project Engineers in the design and execution of Capital Projects.

  (8)      Assists, as needed, in the event of an emergency evacuation or other plant emergency.

  (9)      Assists Production and facility Maintenance with problem solving including, but not limited to process quality, equipment performance, and/or cost reduction.

*(10)    Assists in the formulation of written training, maintenance or safety procedures and perform training as needed.

*(11)    Develops, justifies and procures resources for capital projects.

*(12)    Follows all Plant rules/regulations and works to acceptable industrial standards, GMP’s and QSR

            programs.

*(13)    Must comply with all safety procedures and programs.

*(14)    Perform other duties as directed by Supervisor

ACCOUNTABILITY/SCOPE OF POSITION: (SALES VOLUME, BUDGETS, ACCOUNTS/PRODUCT LINES)

Applies to Colonial Heights facility.

INTERNAL CONTACTS:

All Colonial Heights Plant Managers,                          

   Supervisors and Personnel                                         

CWI R&D                                                      

CWI Corporate Engineering                                         

CWI Quality Control Personnel                                    

CWI SHEA

EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

Contractors

Suppliers

Vendors

Regulatory Inspectors (FDA, OSHA, DEQ Va.)

Chesterfield County Government officials

EDUCATION: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

B.S. in Engineering or equivalent experience.  Prefer Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial engineering or Chemical Engineering. Prefer experience with a manufacturer of FDA Medical Device(s), Rubber/polymers or similar products.  Knowledge of GMP’s/QSR a plus.

EXPERIENCE: MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

Up to three years of diverse professional engineering assignments; minimum of one year of related experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Must have good written and verbal communication skills.  Good listening and interpersonal skills.

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing problem solving skills.

Work independently and exercise good judgment.

Can plan and organize the work of others.

Be a team player.

Pro-active safety and housekeeping practices.

SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT USED:

Must be familiar with usage of personal computers for engineering projects and reports.  Hand tools, machine shop equipment, electronic meters and measurement devices preferred.

SUPERVISION:

DIRECT

None

INDIRECT

Contractor Personnel                         

Production Maintenance Personnel

Facilities Maintenance Personnel

Plant Personnel

Security

COMMENTS:

This individual must be well organized and capable of planning and organizing the work of others on a

large scale.  Excellent listening and communication skills are needed to understand what is expected

and to gain cooperation of others.  Must be a good problem solver.  Must be able to work with little supervision.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/