Job Description

This position is accountable for providing capital engineering support within Operations. This includes executing engineering projects for capital installations $20M+, project management from design through startup, and providing long range technical planning and strategies for the business.

Operations

• Provides engineering support to Production to optimize packaging process.
• Develop packaging automation into reliable and robust production equipment with optimal performance.
• proactively identify and drive opportunities to improve packaging performance, reduce cost, increase material utilization, improve first time right, integrate new products/processes into production and reduce variation. Implement necessary changes and update all documentation (including drawings and SOP’s)
• Collect, review and present equipment reliability results and performance data to determine optimal equipment set-up to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness

Capital Plan

• Responsible for capital project execution including equipment selection, justification, CAR processing, purchasing, and installation. Support start-up efforts including in person training and documentation.
• Manage projects through design review process from project scope charters through successful startup transition to the local site team. This includes working with the plant operational teams on providing training, writing appropriate standard operating procedures, and maintenance training plans & parts.
• Design to incorporate Lean principles to improve reliability, ease of use & maintenance, minimize changeover times, and to minimize production losses.

Safety
Responsible for achieving and maintaining safety goals relative to the maintenance and engineering functions.  Responsible for safety devices, safe design, etc. of all equipment.  Administer process hazard analyses (PHA’s) for identified materials, processes, and RHP Compliance

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical Engineering is preferred.  Industrial and Electrical Engineers with Hands-on experience will be considered.
• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret process drawings (process flow diagrams and P&ID’s).  PLC with ladder logic analysis. 
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• project management, written and verbal communication skills are required along with a high level of initiative. 
• strong leadership skills, in project and people management in a continuous improvement environment in the areas of production, safety, quality and Lean manufacturing principles

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

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