Packaging Engineer at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Purpose of the Job

• The Primary Responsibility of the Packaging Engineer is to improve the efficiency, safety and quality of the packaging Equipment (Small packs - Form and Fill Cubeline lines) in the finished product department by implementing proper maintenance processes.
• The Engineer manages project in the packaging department.

The Job

• Utilize predictive maintenance tools for vibration, ultrasonic, infrared, oil analysis, etc.
• Implement a reliability and preventative program in Packaging Station.
• Interpret data and recommend countermeasures.
• Improve the manufacturability of products and packaging equipment.
• Work with operations on continuous improvement of packaging lines and equipment. This is a hands-on engineering role.
• Troubleshoots and improves new and existing equipment.
• Partners with operations to gather data to identify root causes and solutions to production problems.
• Originate concepts for new and existing packaging equipment, including support equipment such as conveying, robotics, instrumentation, weight control, and quality systems.
• Manage and engineer approved projects through to completion.
• Projects will cover a diverse range both in scope and area.
• Effectively communicate ideas and concepts to peers, subordinates and leadership within the organization and across organizational lines.

Qualification

• B.Sc / HND in Mechatronics

Experience:

• 5 years cognate experience  
• Strong Mechanical experience on Packing Lines will be an added advantage  
• Fundamental understanding of electrical design, control systems integration, electro-mechanical drive systems and safety.

The Person Must:

• Be proficient in oral and written communication skills.
• Possess excellent leadership capabilities.
• Have strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.