Industrial Engineering Analyst

Canada Packers; Brandon; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Brandon, Manitoba is seeking an Industrial Engineering Analyst to lead lean manufacturing initiatives and develop performance standards. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant post-secondary degree and project management skills. This role offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive health benefits, starting on the first day of employment.

Benefits

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering with interest in food manufacturing.
• Experience in project management.
• Advanced skills in software applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean manufacturing projects.
• Establish labor performance standards.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide recommendations.

Skills

Project management skills

Advanced interaction with PCs and Software Applications

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong leadership and team building skills

Outstanding time management skills

Education

Post-secondary Education in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Minitab

Job description

About This Opportunity:

The Industrial Engineering Analyst will lead lean manufacturing initiatives on the production floor and will develop yield and labor standards used to calculate product cost and plant performance baselines. Accurate standards are vital as strategic marketing decisions are based partly on product cost. The Industrial Engineering role analyzes manufacturing problems in order to reduce waste and maximize plant productivity and efficiency. This involves the collection of data to establish baselines and develop strategies and tracking mechanisms necessary to achieve entitlement.

Any Canada Packers team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 4, 2025. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Responsibilities:

• Lead lean manufacturing projects.
• Establish labor performance standards.
• Support plant finance teams establish product yield standards.
• Lead continuous improvement and six sigma initiatives.
• Determine best line balance to maximize production line efficiency.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and provide training on plant performance measurement systems.
• Assist with product cost estimates.
• Manage capital expenditure projects.

Skills & Experience:

• Post-secondary Education in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Program with proven interest in food manufacturing.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Advanced interaction with PCs and Software Applications (MS Office, Access, Visio, Minitab, Industrial Engineering optimization software).
• Experience with AutoCAD is an asset, other CADing software experience would be considered with technical drawings submitted.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentations skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of various manufacturing and reporting systems as well as a general understanding of manufacturing principles (productivity, quality and safety).
• Outstanding time management skills backed by experience would be considered an asset.
• Proven experience in utilizing CSA, ANSI, and other code books would be considered an asset.

What We Offer:

• Values based culture.
• Hybrid work model for eligible roles.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the Canada Packers Careers Page are not a reflection of Canada Packers and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. We offer competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Recruitment Team.