Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We're on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you'll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that's what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let's tackle the climb together.

You can learn more about us at .

Position Summary / Objective :

The Manufacturing Process Engineering Specialist will be responsible for designing, developing, improving, and implementing production processes that increase workplace safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and reduce waste.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs & Centerlines) to ensure consistency and adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Support day-to-day performance improvement at the facility (speed increase, stop reduction, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency improvement)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, quality, and maintenance, to identify and resolve issues that may impact production efficiency or quality and ensure successful implementation of new processes and equipment.
• Strong on-the-floor presence & technical aptitude to conduct process audits, understand equipment operation fundamentals, identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
• Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process optimization.
• Maintain and apply up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory requirements related to production processes.
• Lead teams through focused Kaizen events
• Create and maintain value stream maps (VSM), bottleneck analyses, and loss Pareto's to identify priorities and opportunities for business growth.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor and improve process performance.

Leadership Competencies

Definition

Action Oriented

Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Drives Results

Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Collaborates

Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Manages Complexity

Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems

Situational Adaptability

Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Builds Networks

Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Education & Qualifications

Skills & Abilities

Please note this role as a new vacancy.

Salary Range

$65,000—$72,000 CAD

At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity.

What we expect :

What We Offer :

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How to Apply :

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Disclaimer : As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.