Richardson International · 7 hours ago
Process Engineer
Carrington, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expRichardson International is a leader in the food manufacturing industry, and they are seeking a Process Engineer to enhance production efficiency and product quality. The role involves evaluating and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and collaborating with various teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
AgricultureFood Processing
Responsibilities
Evaluate pasta manufacturing processes and implement improvements to enhance production efficiency, product quality, environmental sustainability, and workplace safety
Use data from production lines, schedules, and methods to forecast future needs and drive continuous improvement
Analyze and optimize workflows, equipment layout, and space utilization to improve operational efficiency
Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, environmental, and occupational regulations
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
Monitor and analyze environmental controls on systems using tools and sensors; apply real time data to make production adjustments
Develop and maintain optimized operating procedures
Collaborate with Maintenance on preventative and predictive maintenance programs; provide technical expertise during maintenance activities
Design and implement technical training programs for production staff
Partner with Engineering, Sales, and Vendors to test and optimize recipes for efficiency in raw material, energy, and labor usage
Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process-related issues
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in a plant or process engineering role within a food manufacturing environment, preferably pasta or dry goods
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, food science, or a related field is a plus
Lean manufacturing certification or experience is highly desirable
Navigate and perform tasks in a food manufacturing environment, including walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods
Work in environments that may be hot, humid, dusty, or noisy
Lift up to 50 pounds
Perform repetitive hand movements for extended periods
Communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken
Safely ascend and descend ladders
Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Preferred
Familiarity with food-grade equipment selection, installation, and maintenance
Self-motivated with a strong focus on continuous improvement
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-output environment
Proven ability to lead projects from concept through implementation
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build trust across departments
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills aligned with plant goals
Strong analytical skills for interpreting production data and presenting actionable insights
Proficient in writing technical documentation, SOPs, and reports
Effective communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software for layout planning
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Experience with root cause analysis and troubleshooting production issues
Familiarity with advanced Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Macros) and Microsoft Access
Experience designing and deploying training programs for frontline production roles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Previous experience in a pasta manufacturing environment is a strong plus
Company
Richardson International
Richardson International is Canada’s largest agribusiness. Based in Winnipeg
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.5MKey Investors
Transport Canada
2025-02-12Grant· $3.5M
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