Process Improvement Engineer (1147776)

The Judge Group; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage: $0 premium (employee

Virtual healthcare

401(k) with company match

Disability & Life Insurance

PTO + floating holidays

PTO rollover

Volunteer time

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Nicotine-free workplace

Job summary

The Judge Group seeks a Process Improvement Engineer for its Massillon, OH facility to drive improvements across production and packaging lines. You will work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Product Management to ensure standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities include leading CI projects, auditing operations, and developing data analyses to highlight opportunities for improvement, with a focus on waste reduction and efficiency while maintaining product quality and

Qualifications

• Education and Experience (3-7 years in regulated manufacturing).
• 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.

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 line efficiencies, reduce waste, and optimize production while ensuring quality/compliance.

Skills

Curiosity

Manufacturing ops

SPC

Technical writing

Communication

Excel optimization

Organization

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Education

BS in engineering

Tools

CIP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Location: Massillon, OH Salary: $80,000.00 USD Annually - $100,000.00 USD Annually

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%