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Plant Optimization Engineer - Electrical (Los Angeles, CA)

Plant Optimization Engineer - Electrical (Los Angeles, CA)

Packaging Corporation of AmericaVernon, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

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PCA is currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineering major for a Plant Optimization Engineer position based at the Los Angeles, CA corrugated box plant facility.

Description of role :

The Plant Optimization Engineer Position (POE) is a developmental program which focuses on hiring recent college graduates with degrees in engineering (0-2 years experience) into a rotational training experience with the goal of developing them into well-rounded employees and future leaders at PCA. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.

What is PCA's POE Program?

The POE Program is a 2-year rotational training program designed to give recent engineering graduates in depth, hands on technical training in the Maintenance and Production departments of a corrugated box plant , and a well-rounded understanding of the corrugated packaging industry as a whole. In addition, POEs will complete engineering process optimization projects throughout the box plant, typically in areas of scrap reduction, throughput improvements, downtime reduction, etc, and will provide engineering support to all plant functions as needed.

Upon successful completion of the program, the Plant Optimization Engineer will transition into a new full-time role in the chosen career path either at their current plant, or another plant or paper mill that has an opening that aligns with their skills and interests.

Typical career paths for those who have completed the POE program include box plant leadership / management positions in Production or Maintenance.

Principle Accountabilities :

  • Work closely and communicate often with the assigned POE Mentor throughout the program to help stay on track and reinforce the goals of the role.
  • Rotate through Maintenance and Production departments at a corrugated plant, completing assigned technical training in each area.
  • Organize and implement moderate to large process improvements, problem elimination and capital / expense projects focusing on asset health and overall improved reliability.
  • Recommend and help drive, or implement innovative solutions to improve equipment, facility, and plant operations.
  • Attend and participate in POE program conferences and assigned off-site training.
  • Collaborate with other Plant Optimization Engineers, the plant leadership team, and machine and maintenance operators to complete projects.
  • Work with the POE Mentor / manager to conceptualize a career path to follow the POE program.
  • Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers.
  • Strive to continually strengthen PCA's business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting PCA's Commitment to Service that involves doing what is right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.
  • Basic Qualifications :

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is required prior to starting the position.
  • 0-2 years previous engineering experience , including internships and co-ops, providing technical support in a manufacturing plant or industrial environment.
  • Ability to work first, second, or third shift during the production department rotation as needed.
  • Must be self-driven and passionate about working in a hands-on, manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to travel as necessary and possess valid documents for travel via air and car.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • A minimum of one Internship or Co-op is preferred, especially in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with programs such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as experience with manufacturing systems like shop floor software, maintenance work order systems, etc is preferred.
  • Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing or Statistical Process Control (SPC) experience preferred.
  • The successful candidate MUST possess the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

  • Solid interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with production team and management.
  • Ability to learn quickly and put new knowledge into practice.
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals throughout the company on departmental procedures, policies, practices, and requests for information.
  • Strong listening, evaluating, and problem-solving skills. Ability to create alternative solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Leadership experience or strong leadership skills with the drive to lead others.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships with individuals of various experiences and professional levels both within and outside of the company.
  • Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.
  • All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

    PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled and other protected categories.

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