Manufacturing Engineer

Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team at Schreiber Foods. The role focuses on optimizing production processes, ensuring efficient and cost-effective manufacturing of food products, and collaborating across multiple functions to drive continuous improvement while maintaining product quality. Location This role is 100% onsite at our Monett, MO manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction. Design and implement improvements to enhance yield, reduce waste, increase throughput, improve cycle times, reduce bottlenecks, and streamline operations while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and quality standards. Leverage data for process optimization in collaboration with Operations Excellence and Data Science/Analytics teams. Scale up new products from concept to production, ensuring seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes. Partner with Maintenance and Reliability Engineering to ensure equipment uptime and reliability, incorporating predictive maintenance strategies. Lead or assist in the development of new equipment installations or modifications, focusing on maximizing output and minimizing downtime. Apply data analysis and statistical techniques to identify bottlenecks, process variability, and others; implement data-driven solutions to increase overall efficiency. Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential failure points and risks, developing strategies to reduce operational risk. Define and own manufacturing process control plans, set up in-process measurement systems, complete GR&R activities, and set up process monitoring and trending, including SPC of critical parameters. Perform process capability studies to predict manufacturing trends and ensure customer specifications are met. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Participate in selection and evaluation of equipment, tools, and materials for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness, leveraging automation and digitalization opportunities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical or related field). 2–5 years of engineering experience. Experience within the food industry is a plus. Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality management systems (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FDA) or willingness to learn. Project management experience is a plus. Collaborative approach and excellent communication skills. Ability to travel up to 10%. Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with 8% 401(k) match plus additional company contribution, totaling approximately 16% of earnings toward retirement. Incentive bonus pay twice a year. $10,000 relocation bonus and package for relocation over 50 miles. Childcare expense assistance up to $5,000 annually. Wellness incentive and Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and lifestyle expenses. Tuition reimbursement for relevant education. Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one, including onsite nurse and mental health counselor. Partners Helping Partners program providing support for colleagues in need. Equal Opportunity Schreiber Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr