Manufacturing Engineer

Schreiber Foods; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP and 401(k) like retirement plan (

Relocation bonus

Childcare assistance

Wellness incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Job summary

Schreiber Foods in Shippensburg, PA is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize cream cheese and yogurt processes, improve yield, and scale up products from concept to production. You’ll collaborate with Operations Excellence, Data Science, and Maintenance to drive data-driven improvements and ensure food safety and quality.

The role emphasizes process control, capability studies, FMEA, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Packaging, Electrical, Chemical or related).
• 36+ months of experience in related manufacturing roles.
• 24 months of experience in food or food packaging manufacturing.
• 12 months eliminating process waste while driving efficiency in food packaging.
• 36 months with tray packaging machines and box forming/filling equipment.
• 36 months in FDA-regulated manufacturing environment with sanitary design (HACCP, GMP, FDA).
• 12 months project management including planning, execution, cross-functional coordination; 12 months managing multiple concurrent projects; 36 months using AutoCAD or similar 2D/3D programs; 12 months using SolidWorks.
• 36 months optimizing print packaging operations to improve lithographic quality and reduce scrap/downtime.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize existing food manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and cost savings.
• Design and implement improvements to enhance yield and throughput while maintaining food safety and quality.
• Collaborate with Operations Excellence and Data Science to leverage data for optimization.
• Scale up new cream cheese or yogurt products from concept to production.
• Coordinate with Maintenance for uptime and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Lead or assist equipment installations from concept to commissioning.
• Use data analysis and statistics to identify bottlenecks and reduce variability.
• Conduct FMEA to identify risks and improve reliability.
• Define and own manufacturing process control plans and SPC; perform GR&R.
• Perform process capability studies to predict trends and meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate equipment/tools/materials; partner with Controls Engineering to leverage automation.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Statistical techniques

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Category:

Engineering

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering

Job Description:

Schreiber Foods, Inc. has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. Duties include:

1. Evaluate and optimize existing food manufacturing processes, including those specific to cream cheese and yogurt, to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk reduction, and cost savings.

2. Design and implement improvements to enhance yield, reduce waste, increase throughputs, improve cycle times, reduce bottlenecks, and streamline operations while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and quality standards.

3. Collaborate with Operations Excellence and Data Science/Analytics teams to leverage data for process optimization.

4. Collaborate cross functionally to scale up new cream cheese or yogurt products from concept to production, ensuring seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes.

5. Partner with Maintenance and Reliability Engineering to ensure equipment uptime and reliability as well as integrate predictive maintenance strategies. Collaborate with Maintenance and Reliability Engineering for long-term solutions.

6. Lead or assist in the development of new equipment installations or modifications, from concept to commissioning, with a focus on maximizing output, minimizing downtime, and reducing operational risk.

7. Utilize data analysis and statistical techniques to identify bottlenecks, process variability, and areas for improvement in production processes. Implement data-driven solutions to increase overall efficiency while mitigating operational risk and collaborating with Operations Excellence and Data Science to refine analytics models.

8. Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to proactively identify potential failure points, risks, and weaknesses in processes and equipment. Develop strategies to reduce operational risk and enhance process reliability, working closely with Reliability Engineering.

9. Define and own manufacturing process control plans. Set up in-process measurement systems. Complete GR&R activities to ensure effectiveness. Set up process monitoring and trending, including SPC of critical parameters.

10. Perform process capability studies to predict manufacturing process trends to allow us to meet customer specifications and create stability in day-to-day operations.

11. Working collaboratively, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent reoccurrence.

12. Participate in the selection and evaluation of equipment, tools, and materials to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness, specifically focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing operational risk. Partner with Controls Engineering and leverage automation and digitalization opportunities.

Requirements: Employer requires a minimum of Bachelor’s degree or foreign U.S. equivalent in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Packaging, Electrical, Chemical or a related) and 36 months of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.

Experience must include the following:

1. 24 months of experience working in food or food packaging manufacturing in a manufacturing environment

2. 12 months of experience identifying and eliminating process waste while driving process efficiency improvements in food or food packaging manufacturing environment.

3. 36 months of experience with tray packaging machines and box forming/filling equipment

4. 36 months of experience working in an FDA regulated manufacturing environment, applying sanitary design principles, and ensuring compliance with hygiene and food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FDA)

5. 12 months of project management experience encompassing planning, execution, and cross functional coordination, including 12 months of experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced production environment. 6. 36 months of experience using AutoCAD or similar 2D/3D programs for layouts, equipment, or process drawings, and 12 months of experience using SolidWorks for mechanical design, modeling, or documentation.

6. 36 months of experience optimizing print packaging operations by verifying lithographic corrugated case quality, preventing out of spec materials, and reducing machine scrap and unplanned downtime to support higher production throughput.

Eligible partners will receive:

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That’s a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That’s hard to beat!
• Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
• Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.