Continuous Improvement Engineer
About The Position
At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. Our brand-new, 360,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD is taking shape—and this is your chance to help build it from the ground up. We’re seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive both people and process excellence, partnering with plant leadership to strengthen training, close skill gaps, and elevate performance. In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing our team, improving operations, and ensuring employees have the tools and confidence to succeed from day one.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
- Understanding of industrial processes, control systems, and basic statistical methods
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving improvement initiatives
- Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
- Self-directed with the ability to work independently and leverage resources effectively
- Ability to lead cross-functional improvement teams.
- Effective communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to eliminate waste and increase efficiency
- Partner with GSC teams to develop, enhance, and implement processes and capacity improvements
- Coach and train employees on continuous improvement principles and tools
- Facilitate improvement events and cross-functional teams
- Analyze operations to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and capacity
- Apply change management strategies to drive successful implementation
- Utilize data and analytics to track performance and support business initiatives
- Manage projects by defining scope, tracking progress, resolving issues, and communicating results
Benefits
- Eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Time off programs
- Retirement and financial offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
