What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Control Engineer position at McCain Foods?
Position Title: Process Control Engineer
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Appleton
Requisition ID: 33986
Summary
Ensures timely project completion and a high level of continuous improvement achievement. Must interact with internal and external customers, and R & D representatives as required to meet customers’ needs, interpret the results and convey the findings to management. Accountable for the overall quality and recovery components of manufacturing which is accomplished by auditing equipment performances in the proper methods of processing. A Process Engineer is accountable to perform or facilitate testing on new or existing equipment and processes, analyze the resulting data and clearly communicate the results to all levels of manufacturing and management. This position will have leadership accountability for the facility’s SCA (Strategic Cost Advantage) program, data management and management systems, in addition to acceptance of new R & D products within the facility.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Attendance Requirements - Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer's sole discretion; Must be regularly available and willing to work such hours per day as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or per week as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such weekends and holidays as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Compensation Package: $67,200.00 -$89,600.00 USD annually bonus eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.
Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy Policy
Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: NA Appetizer Manufacturing
Department: Process Control Techs - 1st Shift
Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton
Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Appleton
Requisition ID: 33986
Summary
Ensures timely project completion and a high level of continuous improvement achievement. Must interact with internal and external customers, and R & D representatives as required to meet customers’ needs, interpret the results and convey the findings to management. Accountable for the overall quality and recovery components of manufacturing which is accomplished by auditing equipment performances in the proper methods of processing. A Process Engineer is accountable to perform or facilitate testing on new or existing equipment and processes, analyze the resulting data and clearly communicate the results to all levels of manufacturing and management. This position will have leadership accountability for the facility’s SCA (Strategic Cost Advantage) program, data management and management systems, in addition to acceptance of new R & D products within the facility.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The ability to quickly grasp technical and abstract concepts.
- Computer literacy is a must due to the nature of equipment operation and reporting.
- Knowledge of statistical concepts is required.
- Leadership qualities will be required because the candidate will be directing the plant management group on “best practices” in the operation of plant equipment.
- Moderate to advanced knowledge of processing equipment, processing methods, manufacturing philosophies, and basic manufacturing SOPs.
- Possess qualities that demonstrate engagement on a personal and professional level.
- Possess a proven record on safety, performance and commitment.
- Strong communication skills with all levels of a manufacturing facility.
- Suggests, investigates and approves alternate, new or improved production processes for existing products.
- Leads and supports continuous improvement efforts utilizing new technologies that provide the company with distinct competitive advantages.
- Leads and supports BOP (Best Operating Practice) initiatives within the facility to drive competitive advantage
- Leads and supports quality improvement efforts through improved raw material performance, new process technology or improved operational practices.
- Applies statistical methods and performs mathematical calculations to determine best manufacturing processes, staff requirements and production standards.
- Coordinates quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability and minimize cost.
- Confers with vendors, staff and management personnel regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities and project status.
- Reviews production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures and activities.
- Studies operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and safety.
- Leads and is the champion for the Process Control platform by supporting and delivering training of plant management on standard processing philosophies and techniques.
- Directs workers engaged in product measurement, inspection and testing activities to ensure quality control, reliability and safety.
- Analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establishes quality and reliability objectives of finished product.
- Recommends methods for improving utilization of personnel, material and utilities.
- Accountable for oversight of Process Control Technicians to ensure alignment of plant goals.
- Manages OSI PI/PI AF/PI SMT databases within the facility to ensure accurate and timely data reporting
- Ability to work independently and within teams on abstract projects with minimal supervision.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Attendance Requirements - Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer's sole discretion; Must be regularly available and willing to work such hours per day as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or per week as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such weekends and holidays as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Compensation Package: $67,200.00 -$89,600.00 USD annually bonus eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.
Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy Policy
Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: NA Appetizer Manufacturing
Department: Process Control Techs - 1st Shift
Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Appleton
Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.
Salary : $67,200 - $89,600
