Process Optimization Specialist

Drive manufacturing process improvements to increase capacity, efficiency, reliability, and cost performance.

Support product upgrades and new product development, including process layouts, documentation, and plant-level trial coordination.

Partner closely with Operations and R&D to validate processes, ensure quality expectations are met, and maintain accurate BOMs.

Contribute to capital projects through cost-benefit analysis, equipment selection, vendor coordination, FAT, and commissioning.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and streamline operations.

Conduct and review safety risk assessments, PSHSRs, and equipment design evaluations while overseeing contractors and safety tasks.

Champion ergonomic and process design improvements that enhance equipment performance and reduce MTTR.

Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs, breakdown analysis, and recurrence prevention.

Develop and maintain standardized process documentation, visual management tools, and production performance standards.

Promote and uphold food safety, quality, and health & safety requirements across all improvement initiatives

College or university education in Engineering or an Engineering Technologist Diploma (mechanical, industrial, or electrical).

3–5 years of engineering experience, preferably within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Professional engineering designation is an asset.

Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD, with solid to advanced spreadsheet capabilities, complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.