Process Improvement Engineer

The Judge Group, INC.; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance

PTO + floating holidays

Volunteer time

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Fitness incentives

Job summary

The Judge Group, INC. is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to drive cross-functional improvements across production and packaging operations.

You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Product Management to reduce variation, losses, and to improve overall efficiency while maintaining product quality and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates have 3–7 years in regulated manufacturing, a BS degree, and strong data-analysis and SPC skills.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years in regulated manufacturing environment.
• BS from an accredited college/university preferred or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of food/beverage manufacturing processes and CIP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement activities, projects, and processes.
• Schedule, coordinate, communicate, and verify CI activities across the plant.
• Steer plant performance toward current product and packaging specifications.
• Identify and drive improvements in processing, packaging, and sanitation standards.
• Lead initiatives to improve line efficiencies, reduce waste, and optimize production while ensuring quality and compliance.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

SPC (statistical process control)

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal communication

Spreadsheet optimization

Process optimization

Project management

Education

BS in a related field (Engineering preferred)

Job description

Company Overview

Our client is an established, growth-oriented food manufacturer with a multi-decade track record of quality and consistency in a well-known consumer category. The company operates multiple manufacturing facilities nationally, with continued investment in new facilities and an innovation center focused on R&D, food science, and product development. Known for a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture, the organization emphasizes long-term careers, critical thinking, and internal growth.

Position Description

The Process Improvement Engineer works cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Product Management to drive improvements across production and packaging operations, reducing variation and losses while improving overall system efficiency. This role is centered on two goals: better and more consistent. The engineer will partner closely with plant teams to ensure formula, process, and packaging standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement Activities, Projects, and Processes
• Schedule, coordinate, communicate, and verify continuous improvement activities across the plant
• Steer plant performance toward current product and packaging specifications
• Identify and drive improvements in processing, packaging, and sanitation standards
• Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing and packaging line efficiencies, reduce waste, and optimize production processes while maintaining product quality and regulatory compliance

Lead Plant Continuous Improvement of Product Quality & Process Standardization

• Audit manufacturing and packaging operations to ensure processing and sanitation standards are met
• Participate in product grading and monitor quality trends
• Evaluate grading and quality trends against current targets
• Work with processing and packaging teams and Product Management to recommend formula and parameter changes
• Develop data analysis to highlight opportunities for improvement
• Support plants in solving critical production or product quality issues as needed
• Document the \"why\" behind procedural and equipment specifications for training and reference
• Audit processes to ensure practice matches documented standards
• Design, prepare, and execute trials to solve manufacturing, packaging, and product science unknowns
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education and Experience (3-7 Years in Regulated Manufacturing Environment)
• BS from an accredited college/university preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Knowledge of food/beverage manufacturing processes, CIP systems, and industry standards; packaging line experience a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Strong curiosity and self-driven learning
• Understanding of manufacturing unit operations (e.g., thermal processing, filtration, packaging/filling operations)
• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control
• Strong technical writing and math skills
• Excellent verbal communication across departments and facilities
• Familiarity with spreadsheet optimization tools/solvers a plus
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking ability
• Ability to collaborate with and influence departments across the organization
• Strong analytical aptitude

Benefits Highlights

• $0 premium option for employee-only medical coverage
• Virtual healthcare and wellness programs
• 401(k) with company match, weekly safe harbor, and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Company-paid short/long-term disability and 2x salary life/AD&D coverage
• Four weeks PTO plus floating holidays (first full year)
• PTO rollover/payout options
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Fitness and wellness incentives

Nicotine-free workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer — veterans and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply.

Travel Required: Up to 25%

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