Automation Engineer II

WHO ARE WE?

At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world.

Every day, Aptar creates "a-ha moments" for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in 18 different countries.

YOU SHOULD WORK HERE BECAUSE WE:

* Attract and develop high performing people.

* Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.

* Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.

* Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.

* Contribute to the communities where we reside.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Providing Feedback to Product Design:Collaborate with the Product Design team to offer insights and recommendations that enhance the manufacturability of products.

Specifying Equipment Requirements:Identify and specify the necessary equipment for manufacturing processes. Work closelywith vendors to obtain quotes and procure the required equipment.

Qualifying Equipment:Conduct thorough qualification of equipment both at the vendor's site and the final installation site to ensure all requirements are met.

Ensuring Equipment Safety:Ensure that all equipment meets safety standards and regulations. Facilitate a smooth transition of equipment to the site and provide support during product launch phases

Process Optimization:Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards.

Documentation:Maintain detailed documentation of equipment specifications, qualification processes, and safety protocols.

Training and Support:Provide training and support to production staff on new equipment and processes to ensure smooth integration and operation.

Troubleshooting:Identify and resolve any issues related to equipment or manufacturing processes in a timely manner.

Collaboration:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production, to ensure seamless project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Plastics, Mechanical or technical area of expertise).
• Team player with proven ability to influence across a matrix environment. Ability to develop relationships across all levels of the organization, as well as externally.
• Technical problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong Project Engineering skills, including Early Management, TPM and value stream engineering, ability to analyze and summarize complex data.
• Demonstrated oral and written/technical document creation and presentation skills.
• Ability to take responsibility and own performance by setting goals, seeking feedback and taking actions to develop a team.
• Experience in injection molding, automation, robotics, and/or inspection equipment and processes for the manufacturing of consumer-packaged goods products.
• Experience with equipment procurement and vendor management
• Ability to travel.
• Fluent in English.

Be You. Be Aptar

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.