Process Engineer

J.D. Irving, Limited; Prince Edward Island; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Prince Edward Island is seeking a resourceful individual to support the optimization of equipment effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, experience in manufacturing, and skills in continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include managing process enhancements and supporting cross-functional teams. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and operations.
• Continuous Improvement certification (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional teams to reduce OEE losses.
• Maintain and develop continuous improvement training.
• Manage and justify implementation of improvement projects.
• Assist in new equipment planning and start-up.
• Facilitate root cause analyses and problem-solving sessions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Engineering

Job description

Supports site overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). This resource develops and empowers cross-functional teams to optimize their systems and processes, thereby reducing losses such as downtime, bottlenecks, and waste. The role is also responsible for acting as a resource for implementing change in other projects within the company.

• Annual Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

Qualifications

• Possess a Post-Secondary Education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and operations.
• Project Management training with proven ability to manage and execute process improvement initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement certification (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills to effectively address operational challenges and optimize performance.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Apply understanding of business goals, strategies, capabilities, and organization of Lean manufacturing, together with continuous improvement, and the relationship between cross-functional operational teams; such as TPM, Asset Management. Support functional leadership teams in optimizing manufacturing equipment and processes to reduce OEE losses.
• To participate in the development and maintenance of continuous improvement curriculum, training, and deployment for various levels of end users. Assist in writing standard work documents and operator training
• Provide support in identifying process and equipment limitations and developing, justifying and managing the implementation of improvement projects
• Assist with the planning, installation and start-up of new equipment
• Coach the facilitation of root cause analyses, problem solving tools, and project management to address manufacturing issues.
• To participate in the design review process for new and problem-solving designed products, and provide feedback and recommendations.