Industrial Development Engineer - Chaucer Foods : Job Details

Job Summary:

The Industrial Development Engineer is responsible for the process design, operation, and implementation of updates/changes. Will improve industrial processes in order to maintain efficiency, reduce cost, improve sustainability, and maximize profitability. The Industrial Development Engineer works at all stages of the manufacturing process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work safely in every case and promote safety at every interaction with associates.
• Collaborate with different departments to develop, configure, and optimize industrial processes from inception through to start-up and certification.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing tools (e.g. VSM, 5S, Kaizen) to enhance manufacturing processes and monitor progress.
• Assess processes, take measurements, and interpret data to support decision-making and improvements.
• Design, test, upgrade, and document systems and processes, including specifications for new facilities, equipment, and operations.
• Develop and implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output (OEE improvements).
• Manage weekly OEE meetings to track and drive performance improvements.
• Manage Operations Capex Projects from planning through execution.
• Maintain and update all production forms, documentation, and checklists to align with current procedures and operational requirements.
• Ensure the operations management system (Red Zone) is consistently clean, organized, and operating within established standards.
• Oversee ordering and inventory management of ink and other critical production supplies to support uninterrupted workflow.
• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions for Production team members to promote consistent knowledge and skill development.
• Organize, file, and maintain all Production-related documentation for efficient retrieval and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in industrial trials in collaboration with Production and R&D teams.
• Apply 5S principles when setting up new lines or equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned, beyond the scope of this job description.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in a continuous improvement role in food manufacturing working with VFFS, DoyPack, Bulk, Powder lines and Freeze-dried Chambers.
• Deep working knowledge of packaging software.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and requirements (prefer certification in HACCP or similar).
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Fluent in English. Fluent in Spanish a plus.
• Skilled in Microsoft suite.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified.
• PMP Certification preferred.

Environment:

• Ability to sit 50% of the time, stand 50% of the time.
• Periodically bend
• Lift 25lbs
• Walking and standing on concrete floors daily
• Exposure to cold temperatures