Process Engineer– Food Industry - New Grad Internship Opportunity

Are you a process-driven professional with a passion for operational excellence?
We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team in Don Mills.
This is a 3- 6 month contract, high-impact role reporting directly to the Production Director.
You will serve as a key driver for efficiency on the production floor, specifically focusing on the optimization of packaging and filler lines.
By working directly with operators and supervisors, you will analyze workflows, identify root causes of waste, and implement sustainable solutions to improve our manufacturing output.

Advantages
Competitive Hourly Pay: A steady rate of $22.00 – $25.00 per hour based on your level of expertise.

Immediate Impact: Take on a focused, 3-6-month mandate where you can see the direct results of your process improvements.

Hands-On Environment: Gain high-level exposure to filler and packaging technology within the food manufacturing sector.

Professional Pedigree: Enhance your portfolio by leading waste-reduction initiatives in a fast-paced, quality-driven facility.

Expert Collaboration: Work alongside senior leadership and specialized maintenance and quality teams.

Responsibilities
On-Floor Troubleshooting: Spend the majority of your time on the floor working with operators and supervisors to identify mechanical and process bottlenecks.

Waste Mitigation: Collect and analyze data regarding milk rework and dump occurrences to identify patterns and trends.

Root Cause Analysis: Use tools such as Pareto charts and 5-Whys to diagnose issues and develop corrective/preventive actions.

Standardization: Document current workflows and assist in creating standardized procedures and visual controls to maintain gains.

Reporting & Tracking: Create and maintain dashboards to monitor KPIs and report progress on CI initiatives to the Production Director.

Cross-Functional Support: Facilitate meetings between production, quality, and maintenance to validate and implement technical solutions.

Qualifications
Education: Post-secondary education in Food Science, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

Technical Knowledge: Strong familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Data Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools; ability to turn raw data into actionable insights.

Problem-Solving: A proven ability to identify root causes and propose sustainable, cost-effective solutions.

Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with floor staff and management alike.

Summary
If you are a process-driven candidate looking to gain experience and ready to tackle a 3-6-month challenge in food manufacturing, we want to hear from you!

To Apply: Please contact Leslie Walker at leslie.walker@randstad.ca with your resume.

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