Process Engineering Coordinator

Cavendish Farms; Town of Kensington; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Farms on Prince Edward Island seeks a Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing professional to support site OEE improvements, reduce downtime and waste, and drive cross-functional change. You will develop training, coach root cause analyses, participate in equipment start-ups, and lead process improvement initiatives across manufacturing teams.

The role requires post-secondary engineering education and 1–2 years in manufacturing with leadership experience, plus a strong background in

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering education required.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing with supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• PM training with ability to manage process improvement initiatives.
• CI certification (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent) is an asset.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts to optimize equipment and processes and reduce OEE losses.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement curriculum and operator training.
• Identify process and equipment limitations and justify improvement projects.
• Assist with planning, installation and start-up of new equipment.
• Coach root cause analyses and problem-solving and manage projects.
• Contribute to design reviews and provide feedback on new products or fixes.

Skills

Post-Secondary Engineering

1–2 years manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Project management

Lean / Six Sigma (asset)

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)

Job description

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

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.

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

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms is a family‑run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed‑to‑table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.