Continuous Improvement Engineer

Miss Jones Baking Co.•Sandusky, OH

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will move beyond the constraints of legacy food operations, this is your moment. Here, your ideas won’t sit in a queue — they’ll shape the next generation of better‑for‑you products. It is a sweet time to join! Miss Jones Baking Co. We are bakers building a new kind of baking company! We believe it's always easier to get amazing results when you bake with the best possible ingredients, which is why we're proud to make the first-ever organic ready-to-use frostings and organic baking mixes that taste like they were made from scratch, without any of the weird stuff. We want to feel good about what we’re feeding ourselves, our friends, and our family, while offering the very best baking essentials we can find. Our innovative line of baking mixes and frostings eliminate the worry of consuming unpronounceable ingredients, while delivering high-quality, baked-with-love results every time! As a leading co-manufacturer and producer of branded CPG goods, revolutionizing the industry. We're committed to high-quality, organic ingredients and delivering real, homemade taste. This unique blend of legacy expertise and a forward-thinking approach creates a dynamic environment where you can lead impactful change. If you're a passionate leader with experience in branded and/or co-manufacturing, driven by process improvement and shaping the future of production, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the evolving baking industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, operations, or a related field preferred. Equivalent practical experience will be considered.
3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment required (food, packaging, or related industries preferred).
Demonstrated experience with Lean methodologies (A3 problem solving, 5S, standard work, Kaizen events).
Proven track record of implementing and sustaining improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and drive initiatives from concept to completion.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); knowledge of basic data analysis tools preferred.
Strong sense of ownership and follow-through
Detail-oriented, organized, and systematic
Continuous learner mindset
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust across functions
Effective communication and coaching skills to influence and train others at all levels.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma certification or training (Green Belt or higher) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Build, automate, and optimize production data collection and reporting tools to provide real time visibility into safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
Identify improvement opportunities through data analysis, direct observation, and feedback from production and support teams.
Facilitate and lead RCCM (Root Cause – Countermeasure) and A3 problem-solving activities to resolve chronic issues.
Implement and sustain 5S workplace organization and visual management; plan and perform regular 5S audits.
Issue, track, and verify completion of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Support standardization of work instructions and processes to reduce variability and improve productivity.
Develop and deliver training sessions on basic CI tools and methodologies to frontline staff and supervisors.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and execute improvement projects.
Monitor and report on project progress and realized savings or performance improvements.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employee engagement and participation.