Jack Link's Protein Snacks is looking to ensure the efficient and effective operation of their manufacturing processes by hiring a Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager to oversee and manage process activities, lead a team of engineers, and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Proven experience in automation, project management and process improvement
- Technical expertise with in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, six sigma methodologies and statistical analysis tools.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
- Ability to work under pressure, with knowledge of the equipment designs and functionality.
- Master’s degree in engineering, automation technology or related field
- Six Sigma Black Belt or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificates
Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise in facility layout, equipment selection, FAT support, installation and team member training.
- Conducting equipment validations and being responsible for setting labor standards associated with equipment.
- Develop cost-effective methods for production processes, collaborating with cross functional teams & department to align on process strategies for the facility and network.
- Analyze the current manufacturing processes using methodologies such as lean manufacturing and six sigma to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste and improve performance & profitability.
- Oversee the transition of new designs and products from the cross functional teams into full scale production, ensuring line readiness, team member readiness and the development of necessary manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Manage engineering projects from conception to completion, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation and timeline management.
- Familiar with facility equipment OEMs, having experience with new automation capabilities.
Other
- Manage the process and reliability engineering teams, including hiring, training, developing and coaching.
- Coordinate with other departments, such as maintenance, product development, quality assurance and operations identifying process or equipment related gaps.
- Perform administrative duties necessary for the effective management of the department, including team member safety, selection and development, salary and budget administration, team member counseling and motivation, organization goals and objectives, planning, organizing, integrating, measuring, and reporting the work performed within the department.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation technology or related field
- 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
