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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.

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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, yield improvement, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency improvement)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, project 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

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in production, maintenance, or a process engineering role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies
• Proficient computer skills, including and not limited to Microsoft Office applications such as powerpoint, excel, sharepoint, and AI agent creation and maintenance
• Availability to travel to multiple sites (in the GTA) to observe and support the afternoon an weekend shifts as needed.

Skills & Abilities

• Constant learner. Acquires and assimilates new information. Networks and builds relationships with other technical experts inside and outside the organization.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, process optimization, and process control & equipment fundamentals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively w