Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer

$95,000 - $115,000/Yr

GPAC - Mount Olive, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Mount Olive, NC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Gpac is seeking a Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer to join a dynamic team in Mount Olive, North Carolina. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who is passionate about continuous improvement and is eager to apply their engineering skills and lean techniques to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost within manufacturing processes. The company is one of America's most beloved and trusted brands, known for producing high-quality products enjoyed by families nationwide. The work environment is supportive and family-oriented, valuing tradition, sustainability, and employee growth. As part of this organization, you will have the opportunity to work with a strong and secure business that values its employees and fosters a culture free from corporate bureaucracy. With multiple facilities in North Carolina, there are ample opportunities for career advancement. The company also offers a bonus incentive program, Christmas bonus, and profit sharing/401k match, making it an attractive place to work.

Responsibilities

• Drive enhancements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost within manufacturing processes.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes.
• Manage projects effectively to ensure successful implementation of improvements.
• Conduct data analysis to identify areas for improvement and track progress.
• Lead and manage a team to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve process improvement goals.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop solutions.
• Document processes and improvements for future reference.

Requirements

• 4-year technical degree required.
• Minimum of 7+ years in high-volume process-based manufacturing, with at least the last 4 years in the food manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects is essential.
• 5+ years of Lean Manufacturing experience; green belt or black belt certification is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft business software.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Design of Experiment techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to teach manufacturing and technical concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and manage a team.
• Must speak, read, and write in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Green belt or black belt certification in Lean Manufacturing.
• Spanish language skills.

Benefits

• Bonus incentive program
• Christmas bonus
• Profit sharing/401k match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family-oriented work environment
• Open door policy free from corporate bureaucracy.