Sr. Process Engineer - Operations Performance Improvement (OPI) (Finance)

The cutting-edge equipment we use in our manufacturing processes is among the most advanced in the industry. Members of this team must enjoy the challenge of ensuring our equipment is always performing at its peak and identifying new technologies to implement in our processes. The two questions you'll ask yourself each day as a member of our engineering team are: "Is this working as well as it possibly can?" and "How can we make it better?" Johnsonville, LLC Sr. Process Engineer Operations Performance Improvement (OPI) Sheboygan Falls, WI Position Overview: As part of the Operations Performance Improvement (OPI) team, you will support both our on-campus and remote manufacturing facilities. Leverage your engineering/manufacturing knowledge and experiences to continually improve/optimize processes and help drive focused improvement throughout Johnsonville's manufacturing network.
Responsibilities:

• Drive improvements in safety, quality, yield and efficiency throughout the manufacturing network by teaching/driving problem solving proficiencies
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams for the ongoing improvement of equipment and processes
• Collaborate with the Reliability (TPM) Team to support Focused Improvement Pillar work
• Build partnerships with Operations, Food Safety/Quality, R&D and Engineering to ensure successful implementation of Process Optimization projects
• Monitor sustainment of process changes
• Conduct statistical analysis and simulation studies as needed, using software such as Minitab, Glentech, Arena or others
• Engage members in data collection and ownership of changes/tracking
• Complete line/equipment studies to understand current and theoretical throughput/capacity
• Complete time studies to develop production staffing standards across the manufacturing network
• Along with the Plant Maintenance/Engineering Coordinators and Project Engineers, make recommendations for use/improvement of equipment

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations or other related field required
• Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing certification required

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of process optimization tools and simulation software
• Minimum of seven years working in/with a manufacturing facility
• Minimum of seven years utilizing Statistics and/or Statistical Process Control with demonstrated results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong data analysis skills
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
• Knowledgeable in Reliability (TPM) concepts
• Knowledgeable/application of time and motion studies
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Minitab)
• Excellent facilitation skills; comfortable with facilitating root cause analysis exercises, Kaizen events, etc.
• Ability to teach and transfer knowledge of process changes
• Proven self-starter; takes the initiative to find/manage opportunities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old

Coach: Director - Operations Performance Improvement (OPI) Member Status: Full-Time, Salaried Location: Technical Center, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Our office is about an hour north of Milwaukee and an hour south of Green Bay) Reason for Posting: Member Retired Travel: ~ 30% Benefits Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage;flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement! About our Company Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself! How to Apply: External candidate: Apply on-line only at: careers.johnsonville.com Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.