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Maker's Pride · 10 hours ago

Process Engineer- CI

Maker's Pride is a company focused on improving operational capabilities and sustainability in manufacturing. The Process Engineer is responsible for leading process improvements, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving cost reductions.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingPackaging Services

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading, developing and optimizing processes in all areas of manufacturing
Lead the way in process improvements to support cost reductions, improvements to safety, quality and throughput
Assess processes, take measurements, and interpret data
Improve existing data collection methods
Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes
Develop best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
Work with customers, suppliers and all levels of management staff
Responsible for managing multiple projects at the same time
Responsible for maintaining all documentation related to process improvement tools to support the HPS methods
Ensure the facility implements and maintains process improvements to support the High Performance System (HPS) in all production areas
Develop project justifications for capital requests
Work with Project Engineers on capital project execution and implementation
Train and support teams involved in the implementation of new processes or commissioning of new equipment
Assist with equipment troubleshooting on under-performing lines
Work with maintenance to improve PM program and increase equipment reliability
Provide informed feedback during budgeting exercises to help guide decision making into the next fiscal year
Stay up to date on industry trends and standards in food manufacturing unit operations that can impact HFS to proactively identify innovative solutions for existing or potential problems
Work with Quality to help implement and monitor new and existing processes changed or affected by customer requirements across all functions
May be required to work 2nd shift, 3rd shift or weekends from time to time
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times
Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law
Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Process ImprovementLean ManufacturingData AnalysisHACCPSix Sigma CertificationMinitabGMPCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 1 or more years of experience in Process Improvement function or associate's degree in engineering or related field and 3 or more years of experience in Process Improvement (Lean manufacturing) function
Manufacturing experience preferably in food packaging, but open to other manufacturing segments
Knowledge of High Performance System (HPS), products, and production processes or knowledge of a similar system
Knowledge of process related standards
Knowledge and experience with Excel and Minitab
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong self-confidence
Strong will to drive change
Excellent technical skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with autonomy
Must be accurate, detail-oriented and maintain the utmost confidentiality
Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems
Physical and mental ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week
Ability to effectively present information to employees, top management, public groups and/or board of directors
Ability to understand complex calculations
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
Ability to interpret data being presented in any format
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and/or schedule form
Ability to work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary
Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks
Excellent typing, record keeping and follow-up skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment while making sound decisions
Must have a strong will to drive change and sustain
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred

Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Process Related Standards, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), SQF and 5S preferred
TPM/Kaizen or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification a plus

Company

Maker's Pride

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Maker's Pride manufactures private-label food products and packaging for retail and foodservice brands.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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