Support the AFCD Engineering and Operations teams with machine guarding design and implementation
Design, develop and implement machine safety guarding upgrades on existing equipment across the business group plants.
Generate mechanical designs including line and facility layouts, machine upgrades, and other projects as assigned.
Provide electrical / mechanical support and technical expertise throughout project life cycle.
Work without direct supervision to lead the design, set-up and integration of equipment and upgrades.
Optimize the risk and operation of new and existing equipment.
Manage supplier relationships, define and negotiate project requirements and establish equipment specifications.
Collaborate with plant personnel on risk assessments, training instructions and standard operating procedures for use in equipment implementation.
Train plant production and technical departments on the operations and maintenance of equipment.
Participate in all aspects of cost savings, continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

Advanced mechanical design and solid modeling expertise
Experience with vendor development and negotiation.
Ability to reverse engineer existing layouts and equipment to support upgrade projects.
Understanding of machine guarding standards and requirements.
Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and with others across the organization.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management, organization and problem-solving skills
Ability to apply knowledge of mechanical and / or electrical systems to complex problems
Experience in blown and cast film manufacturing
Proficient with Solidworks; Some experience with Microsoft PowerPoint, Project and Excel.

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Mechanical Design Engineer

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