Regional Operational Excellence Engineer

Schreiber Foods•West Bend, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Operational Excellence Engineer leads, influences, and drives Operational Excellence efforts across multiple plants, with a primary focus on process standardization, executional discipline, and equipment standardization. The role plans, organizes, trains, coaches, troubleshoots, evaluates, monitors, and provides technical support while developing initiatives to reduce cost and operational risk, increase capacity, and improve quality and safety. It also mentors Operational Excellence resources across production sites. The position helps own Master Scheduling and Lean/DMAIC processes for planning and executing projects. It applies Lean and Six Sigma disciplines, delivers Lean training and implementation—including Structured Problem Solving (A3), Daily Management System, Process Controls, Standard Work, SMED, and Green Belt-level Advanced Problem Solving—and supports other training and development activities. The role may lead and direct the work of others and is expected to exercise initiative, influential leadership, and hands-on action. The position is based at the West Bend, Wisconsin plant and also supports the Green Bay, Wisconsin location. Travel to regional Schreiber facilities may be up to 15%. A $10,000 relocation bonus and relocation package are offered to eligible candidates relocating more than 50 miles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
At least 8 years of experience in engineering, operations, or continuous improvement.
At least 5 years of experience as an ASQ Black Belt.
Technical competency in DMAIC, Lean, Kaizen, and Change Management.
Experience with high-volume continuous process flow, including experimental design.
Ability to collect and interpret line information and data.
Ability to analyze statistical results and financial impact.
Proficiency in MS Windows, Minitab, and MS Office.
Ability to facilitate team-based training.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Strong leadership skills and ability to facilitate cross-functional projects and build working relationships.
Basic understanding of organizational logistics, inventory, network, supply chain, quality, and safety.
For positions requiring travel: valid driver's license, auto insurance meeting at least state minimum requirements (more may be required), an acceptable driving record, and access to a vehicle suitable for the travel requirements.
Must have authorization to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years as an ASQ Master Black Belt is strongly preferred.
DFSS knowledge or experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop the Operational Excellence culture and program for areas of influence, and create and execute rollout and sustainment strategies for the plant or plants.
Train, coach, evaluate, and reinforce Operational Excellence principles with leaders, partners, and team members.
Lead cost and quality improvement initiatives using Six Sigma tools and execute Lean and DMAIC problem-solving projects that positively affect plant KPIs.
Work with plant leadership to identify and communicate customer requirements, input specifications, and process capability, and update process controls to reflect best practices.
Understand applicable government regulations, including OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA, EEOC, and OFCCP requirements.
Use problem-solving methods and quality tools to identify process improvements; train and mentor team members in continuous improvement, including Green Belt training and statistical management; and monitor improvement results.
Help resolve critical daily operational challenges by understanding business functions, equipment, and products.
Work with the Plant Manager and leaders to identify potential capital and non-capital improvements and assist with analysis and justification.
Stay current with tools and technologies relevant to the food industry.
Serve as a center of excellence for cross-functional and plant deployment teams applying continuous improvement tools to targeted business priorities.
Plan, organize, monitor, and provide technical support for Operational Excellence efforts across multiple production sites.
Provide up to 15% travel to regional Schreiber facilities.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation from day one.
An 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP and an additional employer retirement contribution of about 8% of earnings.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
$10,000 relocation bonus and a relocation package for qualifying U.S. salaried positions when relocating more than 50 miles.
Up to $5,000 annually for childcare expenses.
Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Role- and career-relevant development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one.
Onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Partners Helping Partners support program.