Nordic Naturals

Nordic Naturals

Manufacturing and Automation Engineer

Vista, CA

Sponsorship not specified$124k-$136kDetected 6 hours ago
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About the role

  • Nordic Naturals, a leading manufacturer of premium Omega-3 nutritional supplements, is seeking a Manufacturing and Automation Engineer to drive innovation, operational excellence, and manufacturing efficiency across its production and packaging operations. This position is responsible for evaluating, designing, implementing, and optimizing automated
  • manufacturing systems supporting softgel compounding, encapsulation, liquid compounding & filling, gummy manufacturing & packaging, and finished goods bottling operations.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Product Development and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability, product quality, throughput, and operator effectiveness.
  • Analyze manufacturing and packaging system performance to identify bottlenecks and implement automation, controls, and process improvements that increase throughput, improve OEE, reduce downtime, and minimize waste.
  • Develop standardized troubleshooting guides and corrective action procedures to support rapid issue resolution and knowledge transfer.
  • Support integration and communication between processing equipment, packaging equipment, OEE systems, MES platforms, SCADA systems, and enterprise reporting systems.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), One-Point Lessons (OPLs), troubleshooting guides, startup and shutdown procedures, and equipment operating manuals.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing, packaging, setup, changeover, inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance checklists.
  • Create and maintain automation standards, controls documentation, network architecture diagrams, equipment specifications, and system validation records.
  • Support development of training materials and provide technical training for operators, mechanics, technicians, and engineering personnel.
  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and OEE tracking to boost packaging line reliability and uptime.
  • Develop and implement changeover reduction strategies (e.g., SMED) to improve packaging flexibility and responsiveness.

Requirements

  • Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and "think outside the box".
  • Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
  • Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
  • Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
  • Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering is a must.
  • To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience with packaging and production line systems automation in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, supplement or food industries.
  • Hands-on experience with bottling lines, liquid filling machines, labelers, case packers, and other downstream packaging equipment.
  • Positive - Ability to view all situations with a positive attitude.
  • Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions and "think outside the box".
  • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
  • Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
  • Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
  • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
  • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Nice to have

  • LEAN Certification (e.g: Green Belt / Black Belt) is highly preferred.

Skills

  • PLC Programming Software (e.g., Rockwell Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, Schneider EcoStruxure)
  • HMI and SCADA Software (e.g., FactoryTalk View, Ignition by Inductive Automation, Wonderware, GE iFIX)
  • Industrial Networking and Protocols (e.g., configuring Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP networks)
  • Robotics Programming Tools (e.g., ABB RobotStudio, FANUC ROBOGUIDE, Yaskawa MotoSim)
  • CAD Software for reviewing mechanical and electrical layouts (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN)
  • Simulation and Modeling Tools (e.g., Siemens Process Simulate, Arena Simulation for manufacturing flow)
  • Data Acquisition and Analysis Tools (e.g., OSIsoft PI System, SQL databases, Excel advanced functions/macros)
  • MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) or ERP Systems (understanding integration with SAP, Oracle, or specialized MES platforms)
  • Programming/Scripting Skills (optional)
  • CMMS and Maintenance Software (for asset management and predictive maintenance) (e.g., Fiix, UpKeep, IBM Maximo)
  • CIP System Automation Software (controlled through PLC/SCADA - familiarity with setting up/optimizing automated CIP recipes and sequences)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving equipment, processes, and cleaning systems.

Compensation

  • Salary: 124K - 136K

Benefits

  • Experience with vision inspection systems, servo drives, robotics (pick & place, palletizers), and conveyor systems.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts involving manufacturing equipment, packaging systems, PLC controls, vision systems, sensors, servo systems, industrial networks, and machine communications.
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