Manufacturing Engineer

Rhino Foods Inc•Burlington, VT

4d•$80,000 - $98,000

About The Position

Rhino Foods is seeking a collaborative, solutions-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to join its Engineering team. Reporting to the Manager of Maintenance & Engineering, this role supports and improves food manufacturing processes, equipment, utilities, and facilities. The engineer partners with Operations, Maintenance, R&D, Safety, and Quality to advance continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, increase capacity, reduce waste, enhance safety, and maintain product quality. The position involves optimizing production processes and equipment, managing or supporting engineering projects from concept through implementation, coordinating vendors and contractors, and contributing to commissioning, qualification, and verification plans. The role also supports troubleshooting, root cause investigations, process trials and validations, and the adoption of new technologies and production methods. It includes creating plant-wide workflow and process diagrams in AutoCAD and maintaining technical documentation and controlled manufacturing documents. Work takes place in an office, maintenance shop, and production setting. Conditions include variable temperatures, including heat and temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit; exposure to metal, oil, electrical currents, allergens such as peanuts, water, detergents, sanitizers, and high noise levels; and use of power and fabrication tools. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling, repetitive motions, and lifting up to 78 pounds. Required PPE includes steel-toe production boots, nitrile gloves, face and hearing protection, and hair and beard nets. Jewelry and adornments on the hands, wrists, and above the neck must be removable and removed in production areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Technology, or another industrial environment.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, and AutoCAD.
Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, facility operations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Applied knowledge of engineering principles as applied to electrical and mechanical systems.
Understanding of manufacturing equipment, production environments, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience applying problem-solving tools and improvement methods such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Design of Experiments.
Ability to create and manage technical documentation, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, one-point lessons, and specifications.
Strong analytical skills, including collecting, trending, and interpreting data to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
Ability to prepare reports, presentations, and business cases and communicate technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage changing priorities, support organizational change initiatives, and execute projects from inception through completion.
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, or at other company locations, when business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field preferred.
SolidWorks experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement process improvements to optimize equipment utilization, material flow, labor efficiency, waste reduction, and cost savings.
Analyze key performance indicators and operational metrics related to equipment reliability, process yield, scrap, and efficiency to identify improvement opportunities.
Work with Operations and Maintenance to integrate and optimize new equipment within existing manufacturing processes.
Lead or support engineering projects from concept through implementation, meeting project objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
Coordinate and oversee third-party vendors, contractors, and service providers for equipment maintenance, facility services, and project initiatives.
Prepare business case analyses, project budgets, cost tracking, and performance evaluations.
Contribute to commissioning, qualification, and verification plans, including training and vendor support.
Apply engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies to improve equipment performance, reliability, and operational effectiveness.
Support troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and corrective actions that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Assist with trials, process validations, and implementation of new technologies and production methodologies.
Create and maintain plant-wide workflow and process diagrams using AutoCAD.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, specifications, and other controlled documents.