Lean Data-Driven Process Improvement Engineer

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package

Be Well Programs

Tuition Assistance

Leadership Development

Training & Development

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Denison, IA, is seeking an Associate Process Improvement Engineer to drive initiatives across manufacturing and operations.

You’ll identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve product quality, and reduce costs using lean methods and data analytics. The role partners with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to implement continuous improvement, develop SOPs, and foster a culture of operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing preferred.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize plant efficiencies using data-driven methods.
• Lead Lean initiatives and kaizen events.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to standardize processes.
• Develop SOPs and visual management.
• Support training and coaching for continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive standardized processes.
• Support sustainability and cost-reduction goals.

Skills

Engineering principles

Data analytics

Lean methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Denison, IA, is seeking an Associate Process Improvement Engineer to drive initiatives across manufacturing and operations.

You’ll identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve product quality, and reduce costs using lean methods and data analytics. The role partners with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to implement continuous improvement, develop SOPs, and foster a culture of operational excellence.