This role involves a combination of project management and process engineering improvements. The primary focus is on reducing loss, enhancing operations, and increasing efficiency on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process and equipment improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality and safety, eliminate loss, and minimize production downtime.
• Measure product quality and develop process control strategies to achieve operational targets.
• Assist with technical training for operating teams, ensuring consistent application of processes and effective problem-solving techniques.
• Act as a liaison between R&D and Operations to plan and coordinate plant tests, product commissioning runs, process changes, or implementation of new processes.
• Oversee all phases of capital projects, including front-end engineering, scope definition, factory acceptance, start-up management, and training/transfer to operations.
• Develop project cost estimates and manage projects to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with all engineering standards and codes.
• Maintain and organize technical documents, including drawings, line layouts, P&IDs, and schematics.
• Stay current with new technologies and apply them to improve operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLCs and instrumentation is preferred.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement and Lean principles is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, including managing vendors, contractors, and engineering firms.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and complex environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to teach and lead others.
• Flexibility to work off-shift or weekends as needed and to travel occasionally for projects.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary, dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Bonus opportunities based on performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.

Salary info:

$42 - $50 / hr