Position : Packaging Lab Manager
Category : Food & Beverages
Job Type : Onsite(Full-Time)
Experience : 5 + years.
Work Status: Candidates who are native to the US and don't need work visa will be preferred.
Job description:
This is a Packaging Development R&D Lab Technician position responsible for managing the Lab and Plant in the US physically located in a strategic location .
The individual must possess experience in managing a Packaging Lab, as well as strong technical skills, the ability to learn on the fly and execute independently by leveraging their expertise and experience. A minimum of 5 years experience is required, preferably in the food industry.
This candidate must demonstrate the ability to be a strong team player representing our technical organization, providing guidance and expertise to Junior Engineers. Must be able to find technical solutions when problems are identified and an effective communicator to the Packaging Development Team.
Day-to-day Activities:-
Perform requested packaging testing, share data with requestor, leverage to maintain record of test results.
Support or execute trials at the Pilot Plant, Single Point of Contact for staff.
Create or maintain internal test methods & SOPs for each instrument and equipment type.
Purchase supplies & consumables as needed, following procedures.
Maintain safe, organized, stocked, and tidy lab and pilot plant environment at all times.
Ensure data repository is used for all tests.
Ability to conduct tours of the lab to Senior Leadership.
Safety:-
Assigned as Packaging Safety Steward .
Coordinate periodic site safety inspections.
Facilitate and update Risk Assessments with HSE & other experts.
Conduct Safety Training for new employees and as needed.
Manage the Packaging Developers storage locations in the lab.
Budget Planning & Tracking:-
Plan & submit proposal for next year’s budget during timeframe, including capital.-
Track expenses on blanket POs and ensure phasing/forecast is accurate.
Maintenance, Calibration & Training.
Maintain equipment schedule/coordinate repair as needed.
Schedule training for new installations; Manage Super Users equipment to support trials.
Coordinate with vendors to complete yearly calibration tests in the East Hanover lab.
New Equipment Purchase & Installation:-
Identify new testing and equipment needs based on developer feedback and strategic needs.
Draft and submit ARs for approval, and complete GR.
Lead all pre and post installation actives in partnership with Facilities.
Request and maintain assets tags for proper deprecation reporting Plant Responsibilities.
Act as liaison between Packaging Developers and Pilot Plant staff to plan trials, coordinate activities, material. arrival and ensure proper forms/ requirements in place.
Securing the necessary support from Super Users and/or staff to run equipment during trials.
Work to create proper forms and documentation to comply with HSE & Food Safety standards, SOP,risk assessment, ability to recommission equipment and create PM plan.