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Controls Engineer - Monroe Area
The Pivot Group Network
Monroe · Monroe, MI
Controls Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Controls Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Automation Controls Specialist, Electrical Engineer, Automation…
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Project Manager - Shelby Township Area
The Pivot Group Network
Shelby Township · Shelby Township, MI
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we…
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IATF Quality Engineer - Cheboygan Area
The Pivot Group Network
Cheboygan · Cheboygan, MI
Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, IATF Coordinator, Quality…
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NPI Engineer - Sault Ste. Marie Area
The Pivot Group Network
Sault Ste. Marie · Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a npi engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful…
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Quality Supervisor - Ironwood Area
The Pivot Group Network
Ironwood · Ironwood, MI
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we…
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PLC Programmer - Coldwater Area
The Pivot Group Network
Coldwater · Coldwater, MI
Systems Integrator, Maintenance Technician, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Technician, Electrical Controls Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Automation Technician,…
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Laser Weld Engineer - East Tawas Area
The Pivot Group Network
East Tawas · East Tawas, MI
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a laser weld engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building…
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Test Engineer - Bad Axe Area
The Pivot Group Network
Bad Axe · Bad Axe, MI
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering…
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NPI Engineer - Coldwater Area
The Pivot Group Network
Coldwater · Coldwater, MI
Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in npi engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building…
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Advanced Quality Engineer - Iron River Area
The Pivot Group Network
Iron River · Iron River, MI
Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Customer Quality Engineer, Reliability…
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Continuous Improvement Manager - Monroe Area
The Pivot Group Network
Monroe · Monroe, MI
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we…
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Engineering Manager - Mount Clemens Area
The Pivot Group Network
Mount Clemens · Mount Clemens, MI
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we…
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Lean Manufacturing Engineer - Burton Area
The Pivot Group Network
Burton · Burton, MI
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a lean manufacturing engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building…
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Test Engineer - Caro Area
The Pivot Group Network
Caro · Caro, MI
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building…
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Test Engineer - Houghton Area
The Pivot Group Network
Houghton · Houghton, MI
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building…
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Senior Engineer, NROC Rotating Equipment
Nutrien Ag Solutions
Loveland, CO
- $127,837 to $149,000 USD / year
Provide technical ownership and continual improvement of monitoring systems using software applications, data, alarms, and analytics. Identify innovative applications of new analytics…
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Computer Engineer
US ARMY HUMAN RESOURCES COMMAND (DRU)
Fort Knox, KY
- $106,437 to $138,370 USD / year
Successfully passed the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination, or the written test required for professional registration, which is administered by the Boards of Engineering Examiners in…
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Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Information Systems)
Veterans Health Administration
Aurora, CO
- $113,930 to $148,112 USD / year
…Biomedical Engineering Technology or in a related technical field such as Electronic Technology or Information Technology and two years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Support…
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Senior Staff Technical Professional- Metallurgical Engineer, Wire Drawing
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, TN
…Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to join the Materials Processing Group. This position will focus on the development, optimization, and application of…
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Supervisory Occupational Safety Manager- Direct Hire Authority
Department of the Air Force
Hill AFB, UT
- $89,508 to $138,370 USD / year
…principles and concepts of the safety and occupational health field. Creditable general experience must have demonstrated the achievement of knowledge equivalent to the education described…
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Aircraft Mechanic
U.S. Army Reserve Command
Fort Bragg, NC
- $29 to $33 USD / hour
Serve as crew chief/flight engineer | Inspect Aircraft | Repair, replace rotary wing aircraft assemblies and components | Use tools and testing equipment | Complete final adjustments |…
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Field Engineer II
Telsource Corporation
New York, NY · White Plains, NY · NJ
Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, seeks a Field Service Technician. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time…
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Field Engineer II
Telsource Corporation
Indianapolis, IN · Bloomington, IN
Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, seeks a Field Service Technician. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time…
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Field Engineer II
Telsource Corporation
Cleveland, OH · Wadsworth, OH · Akron, OH
Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, seeks a Field Service Technician. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time…
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Construction Manager, GES NA, Design and Construction
Amazon.com Services LLC
Boston, MA · Austin, TX · Nashville, TN · Arlington, VA · New York, NY · Irving, TX · Houston, TX
- Utilize Amazon's information systems to record and update schedule, budget, and other key project data

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ALPLA, Inc.

Downstream Engineer

Lima, OH, United States

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Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.

As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.

At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.

What You Can Expect from ALPLA

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Childcare and dependent care savings programs
Paid vacation and holidays
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Employee recognition programs
Hands-on training and professional development
A stable, growing company committed to sustainability

Ready to Build Your Future?

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.

Apply today and discover what a career at ALPLA can offer.

What Will You Enjoy Doing

Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues in automated downstream equipment, including robotics, conveyors, packaging, and palletizing systems
Analyze system performance data to identify opportunities for process improvement and equipment optimization.
Develop and maintain equipment documentation, engineering standards, and maintenance procedures.
Support integration of PLC, HMI, and networked control systems within manufacturing operations.
Lead or assist in capital projects involving automation upgrades, layout changes, and system retrofits.
Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Provide technical training and support to maintenance and production staff
Leads RCA activities with cross functional teams. Greenbelt/Blackbelt

Performance Metrics:

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE): ≥ 90% target for downstream systems.
Unplanned Downtime Reduction: Year-over-year decrease of ≥ 10%.
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): Continuous improvement based on historical baseline.
Mean Time to Repair (MTTR): Target reduction by 15% through effective troubleshooting and maintenance planning.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Completion Rate: 100% of major equipment failures investigated with formal RCA.
Corrective Action Implementation: ≥ 90% of recommended improvements implemented within agreed timelines.
Automation Improvement Projects: Minimum of 2 cost-saving or process-enhancing projects completed per year.

Competencies:

Ensures Accountability
Decision Quality
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust
Collaborates
Values Differences
Drives Results

What Makes You Great

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related field) preferred
5+ years of experience in an automated or high-speed manufacturing environment preferred
Proficiency with PLCs, robotics, motion systems, and industrial automation technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and reliability engineering.
Experience with project management, vendor coordination, and system commissioning is preferred.
Greenbelt or Blackbelt certified preferred
RCA leadership training and skill set preferred
Background and training facilitation preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job:

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit.
The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA).

#Salaried #Lima

ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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Child care
Troubleshoot
Robotics
Packaging
Process improvement
Maintain equipment
Documentation
PLC
HMI
Control systems
Regulatory compliance
Provide technical training
Troubleshooting
Root cause analysis
Mechatronics
Automation technology
Problem solving
Project management
Leadership

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