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Overview

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Process Engineer.will serve as a technical leader, driving performance improvements, loss elimination, and sustainable productivity in a manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in building and executing strategic initiatives aligned with TPM methodologies and a Zero Loss Culture, ensuring operational excellence, capacity optimization, and robust system reliability.

This position leads technical capability development and problem-solving efforts while directly supporting frontline teams in achieving safety, quality, and performance objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in engineering principles, continuous improvement techniques, and a passion for driving cultural change.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Technical Leadership & Performance Improvement

+ Lead technical initiatives to eliminate process and equipment losses through data-driven analysis and root cause problem-solving.

+ Ensure robust system reliability by implementing TPM strategies and improving base condition of equipment and processes.

+ Champion the application of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to optimize operational efficiency.

Capability Building & Coaching

+ Coach frontline and cross-functional teams on Daily Management Systems (DMS), including Centerlining (CL), First Pass Quality (FPQ), and Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL).

+ Serve as a technical coach on problem-solving tools such as 5-Why, Fishbone, and SPC, building autonomous team capability.

+ Develop and implement training and standard work to elevate team proficiency and adherence to equipment/process standards.

Loss Elimination & Continuous Improvement

+ Own and maintain loss trees, capability glide paths, and system-level KPIs to identify, prioritize, and eliminate chronic losses.

+ Lead rapid changeover improvement efforts to reduce planned downtime and enhance asset flexibility.

+ Collaborate with Maintenance, FSQ, and Operations leaders to drive integrated improvement strategies across systems.

Capital & Innovation Projects

+ Provide early technical input for capital planning, product commercialization, and new equipment commissioning.

+ Lead technical transfer of new initiatives from R&D to plant operations, ensuring capability and quality readiness.

Data Systems & Analysis

+ Own data integrity for assigned systems, applying statistical tools and capacity analysis to support decisions and unlock new opportunities.

+ Lead efforts to build and sustain digital systems to track, visualize, and respond to performance deviations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)

+ Minimum 5–7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

+ Demonstrated success in driving technical performance improvements and loss elimination

+ Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and engineering fundamentals

+ Proven leadership in coaching cross-functional teams and frontline associates

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing

+ Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification; Statistical Process Control (SPC) expertise

+ Experience leading TPM deployment or working within an Integrated Work System (IWS)

+ Advanced understanding of system center lining, rapid changeover optimization, and quality systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

+ Project management concepts and techniques (E)

+ PC word processing/spreadsheet/presentation/database software (J)

+ Proficiency in Lean/TPM and IWS methodologies and technical training best practices (E)

+ Exceptional communication, collaboration, and project management skills. (E)

Skill and ability to:

+ Strategic mindset with tactical execution skills.

+ Ability to lead change and influence cross-functional teams.

+ Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

+ Serve as a team member, facilitator and/or leader as the team role warrants

+ Manage and motivate employees in a team-based environment

+ Prepare a variety of comprehensive administrative and technical documents and reports

+ Prepare and deliver presentations to management, customers, regulatory agencies and other representatives of external organizations

+ Assist in developing capital improvement cost/benefit analyses and subsequent forms

+ Travel via airplane and drive an automobile

+ Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service

+ Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

WHAT YOU’LL GET

+ People First:At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.

+ Values Driven:Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.

+ People Development:At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.

+ Philanthropy & Sustainability:We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

+ Extensive Benefits:Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

LocationUS-GA-Conyers

Job ID 2025-22184

Category Engineering