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Engineering Supervisor

Huhtamaki

De Soto, Kansas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Administration, Capital Project, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Engineering Management, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Food Safety, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Operational Support, Preventative Maintenance, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Costing, Production Support, Project Execution, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Recycling, Reliability Engineering, Resource Management, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support
LOCATION
De Soto, Kansas
POSTED
16 days ago

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet  

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.   

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.  

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.   

Job Summary

The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading the plant engineering function to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This role oversees capital projects, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and supports all production equipment and facility systems are properly maintained. The position plays a critical role in improving equipment reliability, reducing costs, and supporting production through effective use of resources and engineering solutions.

Essential Functions

  • Lead and manage engineering resources to support plant operations and strategic initiatives.
  • Support production and other departments by providing technical guidance and responsive support.
  • Supervise Engineering team responsible for technical support of plant and machine maintenance systems and repairs.
  • Technical support for all production equipment and facility systems is maintained to promote safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
  • Collaborate to develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to improve equipment uptime and reliability.
  • Identify, develop, and implement process improvements to reduce costs and enhance operational performance
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute capital projects, including equipment installation and process upgrades
  • Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to support maintenance activities and project execution
  • Work with outside consultants to provide expertise and support for specialized projects or improvements
  • Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Job Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
  • 5–10 years of engineering and/or maintenance management experience
  • Experience managing capital projects and driving process improvements
  • Experience with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills

Preferred

  • MBA or advanced degree
  • Experience in manufacturing (paper, packaging, or printing preferred)
  • Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience

Environment

  • Fast-paced manufacturing environment requiring strong prioritization and resource management
  • Balancing maintenance costs with production efficiency and reliability
  • Driving long-term improvements while supporting immediate operational needs

Join us. Help protect food, people and theplanet.

About the Company

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Huhtamaki