Manufacturing Process Engineer

Post Consumer Brands, LLC; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join their largest plant in Battle Creek. This role focuses on implementing best practices and improving manufacturing processes for iconic cereal brands. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and quality standards while leading initiatives for cost reduction and efficiency. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and have a strong background in manufacturing, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practices and improve processes through new technology.
• Support technical training and oversight for Process Operators.
• Lead efforts to enhance processes to meet performance goals.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

4-year degree in science or engineering

Job description

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Business Unit Overview

Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company’s portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts and Malt-O-Meal cereal, and Peter Pan peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray Nutrish, Kibbles ‘n Bits and 9Lives dog and cat food. We are committed to high standards of quality and our values, driven by the idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Location

Post Consumer Brands in Battle Creek, Mich., the cereal capital of the U.S., is our largest manufacturing plant, home to about 600 team members. You’ll help produce iconic cereal brands like Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts, and Honeycomb. The plant supports the local community through events and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practices and improve processes through new technology and equipment.
• Support technical training and oversight for Process Operators.
• Maintain current process performance targets for safety, quality, yield, rate, and efficiency.
• Lead efforts to enhance processes to meet goals.
• Support data collection and reporting to enable process improvements.
• Identify and recommend new equipment technologies.
• Support cost reduction initiatives related to ingredients, materials, and finished products.
• Lead small capital projects.
• Coordinate with teams for new product commercialization.
• Ensure process and product attributes, including taste, are sustained.
• Provide safety-related engineering support.

Requirements

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to influence, mentor, and lead teams.
• Results-driven with a focus on cost leadership and growth.
• Proactive with a positive attitude and goal-setting skills.
• Effective communicator with a compelling vision and morale-building abilities.
• Problem-solving skills for complex issues and timely prioritization.
• Project management and leadership of cross-functional teams.
• Ability to build relationships and support change.
• Passion for safety and maintaining a respectful, safe work environment.

Qualifications

Education: A 4-year degree in science or engineering.

Experience: Over 5 years in manufacturing process engineering or development, preferably in food or consumer products.

Post Holdings and Post Consumer Brands are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion.