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I’m curious to hear others’ thoughts on this: As I review job postings, I find it puzzling that plant manager roles often require 5+ years of industry-specific experience. While having some industry knowledge can shorten the learning curve, this requirement seems unnecessarily restrictive and limits the pool of qualified candidates. Manufacturing principles are largely universal, whether the product is cardboard boxes or electric sensors. Each industry has its own processes and compliance needs, which can be learned. The plant manager provides leadership, oversight, and strategic guidance, leaving production and operational details to department managers. In my career, I’ve held leadership roles in industries ranging from wholesale flowers to commercial coffee, building insulation, and architectural doors—each with vastly different processes. Yet the core principles of manufacturing remain the same: prioritizing safety, embracing lean practices, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence. Perhaps I’m biased as someone with leadership experience across diverse industries and a desire to enter a more complex industrial environment, but I’d love to know what others think.

MEET OUR WORKERS: Bibiana, our plant manager 👩💻 As plant manager, Bibiana performs several functions, such as controlling production, ensuring the correct use of PPE, guaranteeing that parts comply with quality regulations, managing a team or taking care of truck logistics. 💡 Her biggest challenge is managing a large team, leading staff to work together to meet the proposed objectives. ⚙Her greatest learning in this sector is knowing how to be flexible and adapt to all daily circumstances and unexpected events. #TeamErrece #Errece #automotion #logistics #management

My Exciting Journey with CCI Multan Plant: A World of Learning and Growth 🚀 I recently had the privilege to explore and study the inner workings of Coca-Cola International (CCI) Multan Plant, an experience that was both enlightening and inspiring. 🌟 Each day brought new challenges and opportunities to deepen my understanding of industrial operations. Here's a glimpse into what I learned: 🛡 Safety Room: Safety First! CCI’s commitment to safety impressed me. I learned protocols and emergency measures critical to maintaining a safe industrial environment. 🏭 Steam Boiler System: The Heart of Operations Understanding the steam boiler's heat exchange mechanism and its role in powering various processes was fascinating. This system is integral to ensuring plant efficiency. ⚙ Air and Ammonia Compressors Air Compressor: A critical utility for pressurized air, supporting production and cleaning processes. Its maintenance precision left a lasting impression. Ammonia Compressor: Key to refrigeration and cooling, it ensures optimal production temperatures. ❄ Cooling Tower: The Unsung Hero I explored their role in heat removal and temperature regulation using evaporation cooling techniques and water circulation systems. 💧 Water Treatment Plant: The Lifeline Ensuring high-quality water through filtration, softening, and reverse osmosis processes was paramount for production and cleaning. 🍹 Syrup Room & Production Line Syrup Room: Observing precise measurements and formulations for Coca-Cola syrups was a highlight. Production Line: Watching raw materials transform into packaged bottles demonstrated state-of-the-art technology in action. 🍼 Gross Bottle Line This line showcased automation and stringent quality checks that ensure efficiency and consistency in large-scale production. 🌍 Key Takeaways This journey reinforced the importance of teamwork, attention to detail, and continuous learning in achieving operational excellence. 🎉 Closing Thoughts My time at CCI Multan Plant was an unforgettable chapter in my professional development, equipping me with insights and skills that will guide me throughout my career. Let’s connect and discuss these systems or share your industrial experiences! 🤝✨ #Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #LearningExperience #IndustrialAutomation #CareerGrowth

▶ Embarking on a new beverage production project? Introducing our new service module: #ProjectConsult. ⚙ Operating as a full-service provider for consultation services within the acquisition process of used beverage equipment. At BEVMAQ, we understand that the success of a beverage production concept hinges on the careful selection and seamless integration of the right equipment. That's why we offer full-service consultation services tailored to the unique needs and budgetary constraints of our customers. How does it work? 1️⃣ Customer Requirements: We work closely with you to understand your production goals, product specifications, and operational environment. 2️⃣ Machine Sourcing: Our procurement specialists leverage their extensive network and market knowledge to find the perfect used beverage machines that align with your criteria. 3️⃣ Technical Evaluation: Our qualified engineers conduct thorough assessments of shortlisted equipment, providing transparent reports for informed decision-making. 4️⃣ Suitability Check: We ensure seamless integration into your existing infrastructure, optimizing workflow efficiency and spatial harmony. 5️⃣ Acquisition: Our team negotiates the best price and terms on your behalf, guiding you through the contractual process. 6️⃣ Installation & Commissioning: We coordinate with technicians to ensure smooth installation and compliance with regulatory requirements. 7️⃣ Support On Demand: We're here for you post-installation, offering maintenance recommendations, spare parts procurement, and operator training. Ready to kickstart your next project? #NowWithBEVMAQ #BEVMAQ #UsedBeverageMachinery #Platform

Safety: A Tradition of Excellence at #BASF #Coatings #Würzburg On this EHS Safety Day, we reaffirm our commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety at BASF Coatings Würzburg. Our world-class EHS culture reflects the dedication and focus we invest in protecting our people, the environment, and ensuring safe, sustainable operations. However, the paradox of safety is that doing nothing may seem like the safest option. But when we take action, especially in production, we inevitably face risks. To tackle this challenge, we’ve launched the EHS Idea Initiative —a platform to gather ideas that improve safety while keeping our production goals in mind. It’s about balancing safety and progress, ensuring we continue to innovate without compromising protection. By staying vigilant, managing risks, and driving forward-thinking solutions, we ensure the safety of our team, the sustainability of our processes, and the quality of our products. Together, we set the standard for excellence in safety and responsibility. Safety isn’t just a priority today—it’s our commitment every day. #BASFWuerzburg #EHSSafetyDay #SafetyFirst #InnovationInAction #ProgressWithSafety

#hiring *Manufacturing (Process) Engineer*, Minneapolis, *United States*, fulltime #jobs #jobseekers #careers #Minneapolisjobs #Minnesotajobs #ManufacturingOperations *Apply*: https://lnkd.in/ggvVnqXe CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world. We do this by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike. With operations in 47 countries employing over 33,000 people and net sales of over $11 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers to drive their businesses locally and globally. Sustaining a leadership position requires us to build a team of highly talented, dedicated and driven individuals. Division: Crown's Food Division is the number one manufacturer of food cans in the world. Our complete array of food packaging serves a variety of markets, including fruit, vegetables, dairy, fish, meat, ready meals, pet food, infant milk powder and other dry food products. We offer a wide selection of food cans from round to bowl as well as shaped cans. We truly focus on excellence. Here is your chance to join the Crown Food Business Unit. Location: This is a remote traveling position. Candidate must live near a major airport in the midwest to eastern portion of the United States. Position Overview: Crown Food North America is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team to support operations for the Food Division. This position will work closely with our eight (8) manufacturing facilities. The position is responsible for designing, implementing, development, and improvement of manufacturing processes by analyzing product and manufacturing methods. In addition, this position requires maintaining quality and safety standards, document control, and supporting the engineering needs of the manufacturing facilities. Duties And Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities include the following: Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials. Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing processes and manufacturing methods. Assure product and process quality by designing test methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, establishing standards, confirming manufacturing processes. Provide manufacturing decision making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs. Collaborate with outside sources for tooling design, design simula

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What is a Plant? Manufacturing is incredible because most of the items we use are made in a factory. Our phones, cars, appliances, clothes, and even our food are often produced in a Plant. Yet, a truly GREAT Plant is more than a mere place of production. A GREAT Plant doesn't just produce products but GROWS 🌻 PEOPLE! It's a nurturing ground for people, fostering personal and professional growth. It's a place where individuals can cultivate their skills and talents, and realize their dreams in various roles. These are the people who invest their time and energy to create the products we rely on, to support their families, pursue education, or achieve their aspirations. I grew up in a Plant and am glad God guided me on this path. I will always be amazed at how a Plant's products can change someone's life in various ways. So, I applaud all my manufacturing friends on LinkedIn. Know that you are making a difference in the work you do! #dreambig #bethechange #pma #manufacturing

Which is more concerning, the TALENT GAP or the KNOWLEDGE GAP; OR BOTH HAPPENNING AT THE SAME TIME? #packaging #materialhandling #processing #food #hiring #talent #DRI

Ardagh is set to close its Drebkau, Germany glass packaging site. Staff were told at a meeting yesterday (Thursday January 9) with the facility's 163 jobs at risk. Staff at the glassworks have been on temporary work since September. The company blamed reduced demand as well as the rising cost of energy for the closure. The site celebrated its 110th anniversary in September 2023. #glass #industry #jobs #germany #economy #downturn #energy #business #drebkau #deutschland