Process Engineer

Company: The J. M. Smucker Company
Location: Longmont
Posted on: May 5, 2020

Job Description:

The J.M. Smucker Company has a unique culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs, strengthened by Our Commitment to Each Other and perpetuated by the creation of an environment that leads to the continued growth of our employees.

Inspired by more than 120 years of business success and five generations of family leadership, The J. M. Smucker Company makes food that people and pets love. The Company s portfolio of 40+ brands, which are found in 90 percent of U.S. homes and countless restaurants, includes iconic products consumers have always loved such as Folgers , Jif and Milk-Bone plus new favorites like Caf Bustelo , Smucker s Uncrustables and Rachael Ray Nutrish . Over the past two decades, the Company has grown rapidly by thoughtfully acquiring leading and emerging brands, while ensuring the business has a positive impact on its 7,000+ employees, the communities it is a part of and the planet. For more information about The J. M. Smucker Company, visit https://jmsmucker.com.

TITLE

Process Engineer

LOCATION

Longmont, Colorado

REPORTS TO

Senior Process Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Enhance overall safety, quality, and productivity in the Bakery or Sandwich Making area by eliminating defects, identifying and executing loss saving initiatives, and building capability in the operating teams

* Drive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliant

* Develop an expert level understanding of the manufacturing process, mechanics, instrumentation, and product specifications of your designated line/area; provide technical support to the line/area teams

* Coach operating teams and leadership to root cause identification and elimination of losses

* Address gaps in line/area performance through the implementation and effective coaching of Smucker Continuous Improvement methodologies; foster a zero-loss culture

* Own a safety and/or quality key element

* Maintain and improve technical and training documentation for the line/area

* Active participation in training and qualification programs for designated line/area; participate in assessments, ensure effective training, and maintain consistent qualification standards

* Responsible for reliability and quality data for designated line/area in Proficy plant applications software, including improving methods for collecting accurate data

* Organize and prioritize initiatives to help meet department master plan and plant long-term vision

* Manage capital projects and expenditures; may lead multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously

* Owner of the Commissioning, Qualification and Verification (CQV) process for new projects

* Employ effective interpersonal time and resource management skills to complete projects assignments

* Help organization stay current with applicable new technologies/ingredients

* Lead and execute plant start up Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) activities within the assigned work area

SELECTION CRITERIA

Education

* Bachelor s Degree in an Engineering field required; a Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degree is preferred

Experience

* At least 2 years of manufacturing experience is required, food manufacturing experience is preferred

Other

* Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floor

* Ability to work and influence within a team environment

* Strong analytical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause identification skills

* Self-motivated and can work independently with minimal direct supervision

* Understands technical systems and terminology

* Familiarity with PLC s and instrumentation

* Proven project management skills and technical problem-solving capability

* Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills

* Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications

* Excellent interpersonal skills

* Open to managing operating teams as needed (as backup or future assignment)

* Some travel may be required for plant start up

* Willingness to work off-shifts or weekends as needed

* Willingness to relocate for future opportunities

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The J. M. Smucker Company (the Company ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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