Operations Process Engineer
Job Description:
Lead and drive the efforts of Continuous Improvement and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for any plant process to include process and natural cheese products, Cream Cheese or Yogurt. Driving process standardization and equipment standardization (where appropriate). Duties include planning, organizing, training, coaching, troubleshooting, evaluation, monitoring, technical support and the constant creation of business initiatives to reduce cost and improve quality
What you’ll do:
Develop Schreiber Foods Culture – Train, coach, evaluate and reinforce Continuous Improvement principles with partners and Team Members
Lead efforts in improving cost and quality initiatives by utilizing Six Sigma type efforts
Work with Plant Leadership in identifying and communicating customer requirements and updating process controls to reflect best practices
Be knowledgeable of various government regulations that must be complied with, i.e., OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA, EEOC, OFCCP, etc.
Through the use of problem solving methods and the use of quality tools to identify and make process improvements – effectively train and mentor team members in the various aspects of Continuous Improvement (green belt training, statistical management etc.) and monitor the performance of these improvements
Be involved in the learning and functioning of the daily operational challenges and understanding the core functions of the business and the core equipment utilized as well as products produced
Work with the Plant Manager, Team Leaders and Team Advisors in identifying potential capital improvements assisting with analysis and justification for these projects
Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.
Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.
What you need to succeed:
Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field
3 – 5 Years’ experience in Engineering/Operations
2 year’s Green Belt experience minimum
Formal Lean, Six Sigma Training
Other responsibilities such as teaching training classes, special projects, plant tours, etc.
Technical Competency - Six Sigma, DMAIC, Lean, Kaizen/Work-Out and change Management
Experience in and of the Automotive, Military, Aerospace, chemical and medical systems
High Volume continuous process flow experience
Proven completion of manufacturing related projects with demonstrated success and financial results
Proficiency in Window, Minitab, Excel, PPT, Word and simulation software
Strong communication and presentation skills
DFSS knowledge or experience preferred
Strong leadership skills with the ability to facilitated cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships
Qualifying positions offer:
A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees.
A unique Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
An opportunity to share in the company’s success through our pay-for-performance incentive plan.
Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists
Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program
Paid vacation and holidays
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Education Assistance Program