Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support and enhance production equipment and processes within a food manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing systems while driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Systems Engineering

• Lead the design, specification, installation, and commissioning of food processing equipment and production systems.


• Ensure all designs comply with sanitary engineering principles and food safety standards.


• Evaluate and improve existing equipment for reliability, performance, and regulatory compliance.

Project Management

• Manage capital projects from concept through execution, including vendor selection, procurement, budgeting, and startup.


• Develop and maintain project documentation such as process flow diagrams, timelines, and risk assessments.

Process Optimization

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and lowering costs.


• Collaborate with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Automation & Controls

• Partner with controls engineers and external vendors to support automation system integration and troubleshooting (e.g., PLCs, HMIs, SCADA).


• Ensure effective communication and integration across manufacturing systems.

Compliance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with applicable food safety and regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, SQF, FDA/USDA requirements).


• Promote a strong culture of workplace safety and product quality.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a technical liaison across engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, and vendor partners.


• Participate in cross-functional teams to solve production issues and drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline


• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within food or regulated industries


• Proven experience managing capital projects and leading process improvement efforts


• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and process design documentation


• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies


• Familiarity with food safety standards and regulatory requirements (GMP, HACCP, SQF)


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams