Continuous Improvement Engineer

Post Holdings, Inc.; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food processing seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer for their Elizabeth, NJ facility. This role focuses on implementing TPM and Lean methodologies to enhance manufacturing efficiency and drive continuous improvements. Ideal candidates will possess a solid engineering background and demonstrate exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills. Join an innovative team dedicated to optimizing operations and fostering a culture of quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or business administration preferred.
• Prior experience in food processing environment desired.
• Strong mechanical background necessary.
• Experience with TPM and Lean methodologies expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of TPM and Lean methodologies in manufacturing.
• Facilitate continuous improvement cross-functional events.
• Manage TPM Centers of Excellence to enhance performance.
• Coach Operations Leadership on MES methodology.

Skills

Team Building

Dynamic Thinking

Problem Solving

Digital Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business administration, or operations

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Statistical analysis software

SAP

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Elizabeth, New Jersey has a proud history dating back to the founding our our Country. Elizabeth is a great American City.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a dynamic Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead the implementation of TPM and Lean methodologies in a food manufacturing environment. The Continuous Improvement Engineer will design and implement continuous improvement (CI) programs aligned with Michael Foods Execution System “MES” (MFI CI methodology). The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing, a proven track record of implementing continuous improvement methodology, and excellent leadership skills to drive continuous improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

1. TPM/Lean Implementation

• Deploy MES methodology to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Establish and manage TPM Centers of Excellence (COE’s/Pillars) (Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Focused Improvement) and ensure consistent implementation.
• Deploy Lean Manufacturing methodology with a needs-based mindset to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and drive productivity.
• Implement Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, FMEA, DMAIC, SMED, and RCO.

1. Continuous Improvement

• Facilitate cross functional CI events to solve problems and implement sustainable solutions.
• Conduct equipment utilization and capacity studies and provide recommendations.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPI’s) and foster a results-driven culture.
• Develop and deploy plant standards to drive reliability into the process.

1. Team Leadership

• Teach, coach, and assess MES methodology to build capability of Operations Leadership in the plant.
• Coach and mentor site Operations Leadership, fostering a culture of data-driven decision making.
• Adhere to and support all Human and Food Safety programs. Including safe work practices, GMP’s, maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring product quality.
• Share best practices to drive consistency and continuous improvement.
• Establish norms and standards to drive improved performance.
• Foster a culture of learning, teamwork, and accountability.
• Support and coach sites on developing and utilizing loss trees to identify opportunities and implement improvement projects.

1. Collaboration and Communication

• Utilize strong influence skills working cross functionally with operations leadership to drive improvement.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes to key leaders and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of CI methodology.

1. Digital Leadership

• Deploy and coach best practices for utilizing Redzone connected workforce solution.
• Train teams on data visualization and storytelling with tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
• Develop and maintain dashboards to track progress, enable data-driven decision making, and communicate progress.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, business administration, or operations preferred.
2. Prior experience in a food processing environment and strong mechanical background.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

1. Experience implementing TPM and Lean methodology.
2. Excellent leadership and team building skills.
3. Dynamic thinking and problem solving.
4. Experience managing by influence and holding cross functional teams accountable.
5. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, SAP, Statistical analysis software, and Tableau
6. Travel required: up to 15%

The pay range for this position is $90,677 - $134,201 per year.