SONOCO CANADA
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive.Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 45 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialisation and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.Within the corporate policies and local initiatives, the jobholder is responsible for all quality related elements in the manufacturing process and regarding customer relations. The role is central to drive the site's continued strong improvement in the key areas of customer satisfaction, development and compliance of food safety and hygiene standards, management systems, quality planning, & cost of non-quality reduction. Taking active part in the definition of the strategy for the plant and as a member of the plant management team, he/she sets the main goals the department must achieve in line with targets set from the regional and divisional teams. Principal Accountabilities Ensuring the transition to a risk base Quality control plan in line with the European quality control plan FMEA fully updated to have a concise approach to a core business documentation flow detailed by the circular interactions between FMEA > control plan > standard settings > procedures & work instructions > training plan > auditing / concerns > problem solving > FMEA.Building links with customer, suppliers, and other departments in the plant. Ability to review customer quality standards and ensure these are reflected and implemented with our manufacturing standards.Building a newly established Quality team in line with the new business organisation and shift patterns. Leadership and decision making Sets the main objectives of the quality department. As a plant management team member, takes part in business planning, ensuring a good and proactive communication with other department managers, and considering various strategic issues. Customer service Maintains excellent working relations with Customers (Internal & External). Develops plans & drive improvements in Customer satisfaction. Manages the interface between customer quality functions and develops long term quality improvement plans with key customers. Analysis and problem solving Deals with all the problems related to the team or quality issues and finds accurate and efficient solutions. Takes ownership of the site 4C problem solving process, ensuring a common approach is followed at all times and that 4C projects are progressed in a timely manner & any need for support is escalated. Analyses procedures, results and needs and undertakes the relevant actions to increase organisation quality performance. Resolves supplier problems and supplier quality improvement programmes. Manages trials. Controls legal responsibilities with regards to materials and procedures. Management of the plant quality systems Implement the quality roadmap as defined by Sonoco. Lead all quality activities by detailing and deploying the annual quality improvement plan. Develops quality plans to support both new product development and existing manufacturing processes. Supports the manufacturing teams in the development and utilisation of SPC. Drives continued improvements in general cost of non-quality reduction. Leads the ongoing development of the QMS. Manages the transition from BRCGS to FSSC 22000 GFSI standard for Food Packaging, including the HACCP annual review for the site. Safety Always comply with Sonoco EHS policy and statutory requirements. Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with all applicable safety procedures. Practice safe working techniques in all that you do. Support the business with any safety related initiatives and programs. Support the business with carrying out safety observations and discussions with others, finding any fixes or improvements which can be proposed to the site. Knowledge & Experience Minimum Job Requirements Quality professional with 3 years' experience in managing quality in a FMCG manufacturing environment. Lead auditor qualification (ISO/BRCGS or FSSC 22000) Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing Green Belt/Black Belt qualification preferred. HACCP Level 3 qualification Proven ability to perform within the role and to the expectations set out in the principal accountabilities. Computer literate, with good knowledge of QM Systems (SharePoint, Microsoft Office 365, Minitab, Power-Bi, etc ). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Person Specification / Key Competencies Ability to work effectively in cross-functional organisations. Proficient with SPC ideally also with the use of MES by INFOR (Shop Floor Online) Development and coaching mindset. Strong Safety mindset. Organised, methodical approach to problems, able to achieve deadlines. Strong and effective communication skills to all levels within the business. Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own or within a team. Positive "hands on" attitude. Proactive Team player who is self-motivated to continuously improve and learn in the workplace. Open minded approach. Resilient, strong character who is willing to challenge in a positive professional manner. The ability to adapt to changes within the workplace. Methodical and logical approach to problem solving and with the ability to understand and find the root cause of problems. Able to work to deadlines and targets. The ability to Lead by example. Scope of job and control of resources Management of site customer and quality KPI's Control of Annual Quality Budget Management of Cost of non-quality Customer complaints - management, engagement, analysis, and communication Root cause analysis - close out of open actions using common tools and techniques to drive continuous improvement. ISO 9001 & FSSC 22000 GFSI standard are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join our promotional metal packaging site based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Purpose of Job Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world's best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. , we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.
From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive.Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 45 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialisation and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.Within the corporate policies and local initiatives, the jobholder is responsible for all quality related elements in the manufacturing process and regarding customer relations. The role is central to drive the site's continued strong improvement in the key areas of customer satisfaction, development and compliance of food safety and hygiene standards, management systems, quality planning, & cost of non-quality reduction. Taking active part in the definition of the strategy for the plant and as a member of the plant management team, he/she sets the main goals the department must achieve in line with targets set from the regional and divisional teams. Principal Accountabilities Ensuring the transition to a risk base Quality control plan in line with the European quality control plan FMEA fully updated to have a concise approach to a core business documentation flow detailed by the circular interactions between FMEA > control plan > standard settings > procedures & work instructions > training plan > auditing / concerns > problem solving > FMEA.Building links with customer, suppliers, and other departments in the plant. Ability to review customer quality standards and ensure these are reflected and implemented with our manufacturing standards.Building a newly established Quality team in line with the new business organisation and shift patterns. Leadership and decision making Sets the main objectives of the quality department. As a plant management team member, takes part in business planning, ensuring a good and proactive communication with other department managers, and considering various strategic issues. Customer service Maintains excellent working relations with Customers (Internal & External). Develops plans & drive improvements in Customer satisfaction. Manages the interface between customer quality functions and develops long term quality improvement plans with key customers. Analysis and problem solving Deals with all the problems related to the team or quality issues and finds accurate and efficient solutions. Takes ownership of the site 4C problem solving process, ensuring a common approach is followed at all times and that 4C projects are progressed in a timely manner & any need for support is escalated. Analyses procedures, results and needs and undertakes the relevant actions to increase organisation quality performance. Resolves supplier problems and supplier quality improvement programmes. Manages trials. Controls legal responsibilities with regards to materials and procedures. Management of the plant quality systems Implement the quality roadmap as defined by Sonoco. Lead all quality activities by detailing and deploying the annual quality improvement plan. Develops quality plans to support both new product development and existing manufacturing processes. Supports the manufacturing teams in the development and utilisation of SPC. Drives continued improvements in general cost of non-quality reduction. Leads the ongoing development of the QMS. Manages the transition from BRCGS to FSSC 22000 GFSI standard for Food Packaging, including the HACCP annual review for the site. Safety Always comply with Sonoco EHS policy and statutory requirements. Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with all applicable safety procedures. Practice safe working techniques in all that you do. Support the business with any safety related initiatives and programs. Support the business with carrying out safety observations and discussions with others, finding any fixes or improvements which can be proposed to the site. Knowledge & Experience Minimum Job Requirements Quality professional with 3 years' experience in managing quality in a FMCG manufacturing environment. Lead auditor qualification (ISO/BRCGS or FSSC 22000) Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing Green Belt/Black Belt qualification preferred. HACCP Level 3 qualification Proven ability to perform within the role and to the expectations set out in the principal accountabilities. Computer literate, with good knowledge of QM Systems (SharePoint, Microsoft Office 365, Minitab, Power-Bi, etc ). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Person Specification / Key Competencies Ability to work effectively in cross-functional organisations. Proficient with SPC ideally also with the use of MES by INFOR (Shop Floor Online) Development and coaching mindset. Strong Safety mindset. Organised, methodical approach to problems, able to achieve deadlines. Strong and effective communication skills to all levels within the business. Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own or within a team. Positive "hands on" attitude. Proactive Team player who is self-motivated to continuously improve and learn in the workplace. Open minded approach. Resilient, strong character who is willing to challenge in a positive professional manner. The ability to adapt to changes within the workplace. Methodical and logical approach to problem solving and with the ability to understand and find the root cause of problems. Able to work to deadlines and targets. The ability to Lead by example. Scope of job and control of resources Management of site customer and quality KPI's Control of Annual Quality Budget Management of Cost of non-quality Customer complaints - management, engagement, analysis, and communication Root cause analysis - close out of open actions using common tools and techniques to drive continuous improvement. ISO 9001 & FSSC 22000 GFSI standard are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join our promotional metal packaging site based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Purpose of Job Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world's best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life. , we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.
SONOCO CANADA
Automation EngineerSkip to main content# SonocoAutomation Engineer page is loaded Automation EngineerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: GBR - Chesterfield - G031time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 11 Days Agojob requisition id: JR-156950 What we do : At Sonoco Chesterfield we manufacture composite cans used as packaging mainly for food and powdered beverages.You have probably seen some of our products on the shelves in the supermarket: Pringles, the nation's favourite Bisto, Nestlé Coffee Mate, SlimFast powdered beverages, Heinz Baby Food, etc We are aiming to be one of the first fully paperboard cylindrical packing supplier, where our packaging is durable and 100% recyclable Purpose of Job: Within the operations department and reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, your role is to improve the efficiency and reliability of our plant manufacturing processes by application automation. Your day to day job will consist in: Supporting the production and engineering team through line breakdowns, supporting fault finding of the root cause and designing the issue out in the shortest period possible.You'll be supported by the shift engineer team; the process improvement engineers as well as our operators.Running Automation projects to plan for continued upgrade of equipment and control systems, ensuring none of our equipment becomes obsolete and out of date. You will also be involved in projects and day to day activities in our sister site at Bradford. Additional support required for: 5S, SMED, Centre lining, Process Control Automation, product defect identification systems, component lifespan identification.Machines installation & qualifications on site: Factory Acceptance Test, Commissioning, Team Training.New products introduction : trials of new materials and new products launch support at manufacturing level. Role within the company and stakeholder interactions: The candidate will report to the site Engineering Manager.The candidate will have to interact with multiple stakeholders on a day-to-day basis: Manufacturing, Engineering, Warehouse, Supply Chain , sister plants (based in Europe), SuppliersThe Automation Systems Engineer will be expected to be a subject matter expert and be able to guide/mentor engineers within the business. Key Activities provide technical support to all areas daily across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines. Configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations systems using Siemens (Simatic Manager and TIA Portal and WinCC flexible software). Project planning and programming of drive technology and servo drives - with emphasis on SEW Drive as well as Allen Bradley systems. Development, conception, design and creation of hardware / circuit diagrams. Automation troubleshooting following a recognisable troubleshooting process. Experience with bus systems and bus technology such as "Profinet" and "Profibus" with knowledge of systems such as ASI bus and CAN bus. Project Management and Project Coordination of site automation projects. Utilise AutoCad/Cad systems to maintain documentation updates, producing 2D CAD drawings of control panels, P&IDs and electrical wiring diagrams. Provide onsite services to assist in start-up or troubleshooting. Support and lead automation activities at both the Chesterfield and Bradford Production Sites. Develop HMI's for operator use. Coordinating with cross-functional team(s) to resolve automation issues. Write programs for new designed automatic and semi-automatic machines and conveyor systems for Siemens and Allen Bradley hardware. Debug and test new or modified PLC and robotic programs on the production floor. Conduct comprehensive machine and system testing. Ensure the department operates with due regard to current legislation, company and statutory requirements Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment throughout the site Installation of production and plant equipment, commissioning, breakdown analysis and repair Identify areas in which engineering improvements can be made to increase safety, quality, efficiency, or reduce waste Assist with the training of company apprentices and shift Engineers Assist with developing operational manuals for newly designed machines and conveyor systems. Assist in risk assessment of newly designed machines with emphasis on machine safety. Help refine and develop programming standards and methods. Coordinate with other engineers and programmers on large systems and machines. Maintain and enhance the software and robotics solutions for the two sites. Maintain and document the appropriate software changes and updates to support equipment modifications and continuing operation. Work with Manufacturing/Operations to identify and troubleshoot machine control failures. Specify instrumentation and control hardware for equipment upgrades and future equipment lines. Will keep in line with new technology and advise the site accordingly Running testing and diagnostics on IT systems to identify potential problem. Identifying and resolving malfunctions within the system. Developing and installing new hardware or software to update and improve the functionality of systems Liaising with outside suppliers or developers to source the most effective hardware or software for the company's needs Creating schematics plans of the system Building robust backups that can be accessed in the event of system failure. Training shift Engineers and Process Improvement Engineers to work within the systems and to resolve issues on their own. Liaising with operational staff to ensure that systems can Complete designed tasks to Lead improvement activities/projects across site, covering all equipment and facilities. Key Measurables: % Unplanned Downtime on focus machinery % Implementation of project work % People trained to correct operating level on focus machinery % People trained on problem solving $ saved by continuous improvement projects implementedCANDIDATE'S EXPERIENCE Qualifications and Experience Required: HNC/Degree qualified Electrical Engineering Proven Knowledge and experience in Siemens S5, S7, Allen Bradley. (this includes all aspects of drives, inverters and programming) Proven capability in Problem Solving (8D, Green Belt Lean 6 Sigma, UPS, A3, ) Experience in a FMCG environment Desirable: Graduate Masters / Bachelor in a Technical / Manufacturing / Sciences subject 2 year or more of experience in a process control / engineering role Electrically Biased multiskilled Engineering background Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualified or equivalent Skills and Knowledges Ability to analyse complex sets of data quickly. Priorities activities based on daily workload and medium projects. Ability to train and coach people. Excellent communication: written, spoken, visual. Excellent computer skills: mainly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and email Personal Attributes Must be curious. Must be willing to learn and develop personal knowledge. Bias for action / Enthusiastic with drive for continuous improvement Must be an excellent team player with good interpersonal skills able to communicate at all levels. Logical with a key eye for details Excellent customer focus required. Must be willing to travel, both UK and Europe Working Environment The position is based in Chesterfield plant but can require visits to our manufacturing plants in UK & Europe as well as visits to our Suppliers or Customers in the UK. are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
Automation EngineerSkip to main content# SonocoAutomation Engineer page is loaded Automation EngineerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: GBR - Chesterfield - G031time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 11 Days Agojob requisition id: JR-156950 What we do : At Sonoco Chesterfield we manufacture composite cans used as packaging mainly for food and powdered beverages.You have probably seen some of our products on the shelves in the supermarket: Pringles, the nation's favourite Bisto, Nestlé Coffee Mate, SlimFast powdered beverages, Heinz Baby Food, etc We are aiming to be one of the first fully paperboard cylindrical packing supplier, where our packaging is durable and 100% recyclable Purpose of Job: Within the operations department and reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, your role is to improve the efficiency and reliability of our plant manufacturing processes by application automation. Your day to day job will consist in: Supporting the production and engineering team through line breakdowns, supporting fault finding of the root cause and designing the issue out in the shortest period possible.You'll be supported by the shift engineer team; the process improvement engineers as well as our operators.Running Automation projects to plan for continued upgrade of equipment and control systems, ensuring none of our equipment becomes obsolete and out of date. You will also be involved in projects and day to day activities in our sister site at Bradford. Additional support required for: 5S, SMED, Centre lining, Process Control Automation, product defect identification systems, component lifespan identification.Machines installation & qualifications on site: Factory Acceptance Test, Commissioning, Team Training.New products introduction : trials of new materials and new products launch support at manufacturing level. Role within the company and stakeholder interactions: The candidate will report to the site Engineering Manager.The candidate will have to interact with multiple stakeholders on a day-to-day basis: Manufacturing, Engineering, Warehouse, Supply Chain , sister plants (based in Europe), SuppliersThe Automation Systems Engineer will be expected to be a subject matter expert and be able to guide/mentor engineers within the business. Key Activities provide technical support to all areas daily across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines. Configuration and programming of controllers and visualizations systems using Siemens (Simatic Manager and TIA Portal and WinCC flexible software). Project planning and programming of drive technology and servo drives - with emphasis on SEW Drive as well as Allen Bradley systems. Development, conception, design and creation of hardware / circuit diagrams. Automation troubleshooting following a recognisable troubleshooting process. Experience with bus systems and bus technology such as "Profinet" and "Profibus" with knowledge of systems such as ASI bus and CAN bus. Project Management and Project Coordination of site automation projects. Utilise AutoCad/Cad systems to maintain documentation updates, producing 2D CAD drawings of control panels, P&IDs and electrical wiring diagrams. Provide onsite services to assist in start-up or troubleshooting. Support and lead automation activities at both the Chesterfield and Bradford Production Sites. Develop HMI's for operator use. Coordinating with cross-functional team(s) to resolve automation issues. Write programs for new designed automatic and semi-automatic machines and conveyor systems for Siemens and Allen Bradley hardware. Debug and test new or modified PLC and robotic programs on the production floor. Conduct comprehensive machine and system testing. Ensure the department operates with due regard to current legislation, company and statutory requirements Ensure the safe and efficient operation of equipment throughout the site Installation of production and plant equipment, commissioning, breakdown analysis and repair Identify areas in which engineering improvements can be made to increase safety, quality, efficiency, or reduce waste Assist with the training of company apprentices and shift Engineers Assist with developing operational manuals for newly designed machines and conveyor systems. Assist in risk assessment of newly designed machines with emphasis on machine safety. Help refine and develop programming standards and methods. Coordinate with other engineers and programmers on large systems and machines. Maintain and enhance the software and robotics solutions for the two sites. Maintain and document the appropriate software changes and updates to support equipment modifications and continuing operation. Work with Manufacturing/Operations to identify and troubleshoot machine control failures. Specify instrumentation and control hardware for equipment upgrades and future equipment lines. Will keep in line with new technology and advise the site accordingly Running testing and diagnostics on IT systems to identify potential problem. Identifying and resolving malfunctions within the system. Developing and installing new hardware or software to update and improve the functionality of systems Liaising with outside suppliers or developers to source the most effective hardware or software for the company's needs Creating schematics plans of the system Building robust backups that can be accessed in the event of system failure. Training shift Engineers and Process Improvement Engineers to work within the systems and to resolve issues on their own. Liaising with operational staff to ensure that systems can Complete designed tasks to Lead improvement activities/projects across site, covering all equipment and facilities. Key Measurables: % Unplanned Downtime on focus machinery % Implementation of project work % People trained to correct operating level on focus machinery % People trained on problem solving $ saved by continuous improvement projects implementedCANDIDATE'S EXPERIENCE Qualifications and Experience Required: HNC/Degree qualified Electrical Engineering Proven Knowledge and experience in Siemens S5, S7, Allen Bradley. (this includes all aspects of drives, inverters and programming) Proven capability in Problem Solving (8D, Green Belt Lean 6 Sigma, UPS, A3, ) Experience in a FMCG environment Desirable: Graduate Masters / Bachelor in a Technical / Manufacturing / Sciences subject 2 year or more of experience in a process control / engineering role Electrically Biased multiskilled Engineering background Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualified or equivalent Skills and Knowledges Ability to analyse complex sets of data quickly. Priorities activities based on daily workload and medium projects. Ability to train and coach people. Excellent communication: written, spoken, visual. Excellent computer skills: mainly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and email Personal Attributes Must be curious. Must be willing to learn and develop personal knowledge. Bias for action / Enthusiastic with drive for continuous improvement Must be an excellent team player with good interpersonal skills able to communicate at all levels. Logical with a key eye for details Excellent customer focus required. Must be willing to travel, both UK and Europe Working Environment The position is based in Chesterfield plant but can require visits to our manufacturing plants in UK & Europe as well as visits to our Suppliers or Customers in the UK. are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.