Process Engineer

Fairfield Processing Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Prescription Plan

401k

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Fairfield Processing Corporation is seeking a Process Engineer to oversee and optimize ergonomics, workflows and work instructions across our manufacturing operations. You will lead cross-functional teams, analyze current processes, identify improvements, and implement cost-effective solutions aligned with our strategic goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 4+ years of data analysis and process mapping experience, with strong Excel, ERP (NetSuite) and BI skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 4 years of strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and process mapping.
• Must have very strong MS Excel analytics and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Some knowledge of NetSuite ERP manufacturing module, RF-Smart WMS, SQL, MS PowerBI a plus.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Measure and analyze existing manufacturing workflows, dependencies, bottlenecks, ergonomics, routings and work instructions to identify areas for improvement.
• Communicate with manufacturing leads to investigate improvement strategies, optimize workflows, reduce costs, and enhance performance.
• Implement strategies in work instructions, ERP routings and BOMs, and coordinate rollout with teams.
• Participate in change management initiatives for new processes or technologies.
• Contribute to a continuous improvement feedback loop with risk assessment and mitigations.
• Ensure processes comply with industry regulations and company standards.
• Identify automation opportunities and build cost-justified business cases for leadership review.
• Plan process design, floor layout, and staffing for new and seasonal SKUs.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Excel

ERP systems

NetSuite

RF-Smart WMS

SQL

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

NetSuite

RF-Smart WMS

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Job description

JOB TITLE: Process Engineer

Founded in 1940 by Sam Young and now led by Jordan Young, Fairfield Processing takes great pride in its rich history as a third generation, family-owned and operated American business providing innovative products and brands to its consumers. Fairfield has built strong consumer loyalty over the decades by delivering consistent, quality products at good value – all with an unconditional guarantee.

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1940 by Sam Young and now led by Jordan Young, Fairfield Processing takes great pride in its rich history as a third generation, family-owned and operated American business providing innovative products and brands to its consumers. Fairfield has built strong consumer loyalty over the decades by delivering consistent, quality products at good value – all with an unconditional guarantee.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing ergonomics, workflows and work instructions to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality across the organization. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, analyzing current processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing innovative solutions that align with the company's strategic goals.

Benefits Offered

• Medical


• Vision


• Dental


• Prescription Plan


• 401 (k)


• 9 paid holidays and much more

Schedule

Shift Schedule: 3-Shift Rotation
Shift 1: Day Shift (8 hours)
Monday to Friday: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Shift 2: Evening Shift (8 hours)
Monday to Friday: 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Shift 3: Night Shift (8 hours)
Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Essential Duties

• Measure and analyze existing manufacturing workflows, dependencies, bottlenecks, ergonomics, routings and work instructions to identify areas for improvement.


• Communicating closely with manufacturing team leads, supervisors, managers, investigate improvement strategies to optimize manufacturing workflows, dependencies, bottlenecks, ergonomics, routings and work instructions, reduce manufacturing costs, and enhance overall performance. Propose these strategies to manufacturing director, plant manager quality and finance teams for review and approval.


• Upon approval, implement these strategies in work instructions, ERP Routings and BOMs, and coordinate rollout with the teams.


• Participate in change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions when implementing new processes or technologies.


• Be a key contributor to manufacturing continuous improvement feedback loop with contribution to Failure Mode & Effects Analysis: work closely with manufacturing team members, department heads and the Quality team to measure success, identify new risks and areas of further improvement, propose mitigations.


• Ensure that all processes are evaluated and optimized to comply with industry regulations, company policies, and standards.


• Identify, and document risks associated with process changes, propose mitigations, communicate with stakeholders to ensure mitigation success.


• Identify automation opportunities on manual processes and build cost-justified business cases (capital cost, labor and FTE impact, throughput, payback) for leadership review.


• Plan process design, floor layout, and staffing for new and seasonal SKUs, including pack-out requirements

Education And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field


• 4 years of strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and process mapping




• Tools: must have very strong MS Excel analytics and familiarity with ERP systems.


• Some knowledge of NetSuite ERP manufacturing module, RF-Smart WMS, SQL, MS PowerBI a plus.




• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.


• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.


• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.


• Adaptable to change and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Fairfield Guiding Principles

Make Products We Want to Use | Operate with Integrity | Strike a Lifestyle Balance | Promote the Giving Spirit

Fairfield Processing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. EEO is the Law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources