Food Process Engineer: Lean, Cost-Saving & Scale-Up

Fresh Express Salads; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company located in Georgia is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to enhance operational efficiency and process optimization. The successful candidate will hold a degree in a related field and have over 5 years of experience in the food industry, focusing on product or process development. Key tasks include identifying process improvement opportunities, developing initiatives, and training the operation team. The role requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in process development roles within the food industry.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Black, Yellow, Green Belt).
• Experience in product formulation and scale up from bench to production.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve process metrics to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop initiatives to optimize process performance.
• Train team members in standard procedures.

Skills

Six Sigma Certification

Lean Methodologies

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS/BA degree in related field

Job description

A food manufacturing company located in Georgia is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to enhance operational efficiency and process optimization. The successful candidate will hold a degree in a related field and have over 5 years of experience in the food industry, focusing on product or process development. Key tasks include identifying process improvement opportunities, developing initiatives, and training the operation team. The role requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred.