Data-Driven Lean Process Engineer

Smithfield Foods; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to drive manufacturing efficiency across facilities. You will lead data-driven projects, reduce waste, and deliver measurable cost savings while mentoring plant personnel and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

In this on-site role, you will use lean methodologies, A3 problem-solving, value stream mapping, and SAP/MS Office to optimize processes, collaborate with operations and engineering, and support sustainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2+ years of manufacturing/industrial experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and A3 problem-solving preferred.
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization and Efficiency: You will optimize plant performance by evaluating process efficiencies, conducting time and capacity studies, and using data-driven insights to improve labor and equipment utilization.
• Continuous Improvement and Lean Initiatives: You will lead process improvement initiatives using A3 problem-solving, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping to drive operational efficiency and impact.
• Training, Coaching, and Change Management: You will participate in and facilitate training workshops that drive operational and cultural improvements across the organization.
• Technology Integration and Systems: You will assist in evaluating and implementing new equipment and technologies to enhance operational efficiency, while monitoring installations to ensure alignment with budget and technical specifications.
• Data Analytics and Root Cause Investigation: You will assist in root cause analysis and corrective action planning to resolve manufacturing and operational challenges.
• SOP and Standardization: You will develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work standards, and visual management systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You will collaborate with operations, engineering, and corporate leadership to standardize processes.
• Compliance, Reporting, and Sustainability: You will support compliance audits and ensure the long-term sustainability of implemented improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Value Stream Mapping

A3 problem-solving

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to drive manufacturing efficiency across facilities. You will lead data-driven projects, reduce waste, and deliver measurable cost savings while mentoring plant personnel and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

In this on-site role, you will use lean methodologies, A3 problem-solving, value stream mapping, and SAP/MS Office to optimize processes, collaborate with operations and engineering, and support sustainability