The Engineer - The incumbent develops, applies and maintains the quality system requirements through all Factory activities. The associate is a key leader in the identification and resolution of packaging and material losses due to quality issues. In addition, the incumbent will analyze process flow and labor utilization, make and assist in the implementation of recommendations to improve efficiencies and reduce cost as well as assist in leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives that strive for operational excellence through quality improvement and inventory reduction for the entire factory operations. This position resides on First Shift but depending on factory needs may work alternate shifts as needed. The incumbent reports directly to the Factory Controller.

Industrial Engineer:

1. Review line cycle times by conducting time-and-motion studies. Prepare recommendations for effective/efficient workload balancing and improved production line labor ratios, while driving improved employee safety and product quality.

2. Assist in developing labor metrics and installation of labor management system. Prepare recommendations for allocation of plant labor.

3. Develop capital project ideas that will improve safety, quality cost and efficiency in the plant, including design support to engineering

4. Assist engineering and warehousing/materials supply with building and material movement design, development, and implementation.

5. Provide training when changes in line layout or procedures affect associates roles regardless of location within factory.

6. Ensure all recommendations and implementation plans are aligned across logistics, production, quality, safety and finance.

7. Partner with Controller to establish Industrial Engineer role within plant, with a focus on driving improved efficiencies and reduced cost.

* Bachelor of Science degree, Packaging Technology, and/or Industrial Technology/Engineering with 2-5 years experience in a food manufacturing environment.
* Knowledgeable in TPM practices including experience leading and implementing initiatives.
* Experience in proposing and implementation of time study/labor management initiatives.
* Effective communication, facilitation (including public speaking), organization, and analytical skills are a must.
* Advanced uses of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and Access.
* The ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities; manage expectations throughout different levels of the organization
* Technical skills related to manufacturing processes and willing to learn high-speed specialty equipment and processes.
* Ability to demonstrate results using Problem Solving Skills
* Working knowledge of design tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
* Experienced in managing projects from proposal through implementation and evaluation; Formal Project Management Certification/Degree preferred