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Home Market Foods · 17 hours ago

Manager, Process Engineering - Food Mfg Exp Required

Norwood, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $147K/yr

6+ years exp

Home Market Foods is a leading company in the food manufacturing industry, seeking a Process Engineering Manager to optimize production processes and improve product consistency. The role involves leading a team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop the Process Engineering team, executing process and equipment improvement projects across all production areas

Drive adoption and utilization of MES and data-driven tools for process monitoring, traceability, and performance analysis

Analyze efficiency data to drive improvements and financial/supply chain planning. Lead strategic downtime review, partner with production to collect accurate data, and drive OEE improvements cross-functionally

Lead continuous improvement efforts cross-functionally. Partner with Finance to provide monthly updates and act as the leader of the cost savings initiatives/process

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of process enhancements to improve product quality, throughput, and cost efficiency, while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards

Facilitate project handoff process documentation and workflow to Production and Maintenance to ensure sustained performance

Partner with OEMs to evaluate, modify, and integrate new equipment and technologies into existing production lines

Manage multiple engineering projects, balancing timelines, resources, and priorities across Technicians, Contractors, Maintenance, and Production teams

Promote and sustain Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and optimize operations

Collaborate with Food Safety, QA, Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure all processes meet regulatory (FDA, USDA, SQF, etc.) and customer requirements

Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, SOPs, and equipment standards

Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including obtaining quotes and providing technical recommendations

Perform other duties as assigned to support plant goals and continuous improvement efforts

Qualification

Food manufacturing experienceProcess engineeringLean ManufacturingSix SigmaOEM equipment integrationAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeCAD softwareMES systemsProject managementProblem-solving skillsLeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent (required)

A minimum of 6+ years of process or industrial engineering experience in food manufacturing, including 5+ years in a leadership or project management role

Proven experience with OEM equipment integration, food safety/sanitary design principles, and hygienic process improvements

Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on leadership style

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods in a hot, wet, or cold production environment

Flexibility to work weekends or overtime as needed for project installations or line commissioning