Process Engineering Manager

MycoWorks is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead their process engineering programs and drive operational excellence within their new production facility. The manager will be responsible for supporting existing standards, developing new standards, coaching and developing process engineers, and providing high-quality data and leadership to drive loss elimination efforts. This role will interact with various departments and report to the VP of Manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and a background in engineering or business.

• Manage a group of Process Engineers responsible for all aspects of process improvement throughout the facility: technical training, increasing throughput, decreasing downtime/stops, improving work process inefficiencies, managing and improving Data Management Systems, eliminating other wastes, etc.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Process Engineering team, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Build a team of "process experts" capable of providing technical and process input for future scale-up projects
• Demonstrate flawless execution in managing process improvement initiatives and deliverables, including product quality and schedule integrity
• Mentor process engineers on formal problem-solving methodologies consistent with the Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar
• Monitor and analyze process and product performance metrics and use data to drive decision-making and process improvements
• Responsible for knowing all technical losses in the facility, provide framework and coach team on escalation protocol
• Coordinate process engineering support and provide mentorship through the execution of all VAT/FAT, CQV, and related upstream project work processes
• Serve as a member of the Plant Leadership Team
• Support MycoWay implementation by leveraging servant leadership principles
• Promote a "Zero Defect" culture within the facility
• Model and drive the company vision and values
• Qualifications: BS in Engineering or Business is preferred, five plus years of experience working in a manufacturing facility with two plus years managing others, knowledge of root cause analysis tools and ability to coach others in the organization on their proper use.

• BS in Engineering or Business is preferred
• Five plus years of experience working in a manufacturing facility with two plus years managing others (degreed and non-degreed individuals)
• Knowledge of root cause analysis tools and ability to coach others in the organization on their proper

• Competitive equity and benefits programs
• Support for health, well-being, and financial empowerment
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
• Medical, Vision, and Dental plans at no cost
• Optional insurance coverage for partners and dependents
• FSA Accounts
• Free Personal Health Advocate
• Generous PTO policy
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays beyond the traditional
• 401(k) program