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Judge Direct Placement

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Judge Direct Placement, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Executive Recruiter I Manufacturing Leadership CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER Must have experience with snack food manufacturing (chocolate) Must have large project management experience Must have continuous improvement experience Location

Chicago Metropolitan Area Compensation

$155,000 - $210,000 + Bonus Base pay range $155,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Company offers a top tier benefits plan and bonus plan. Candidates must have a solid work history and a proven track record of success working for similar top tier manufacturing companies. Company

Leading, well-known

Food Manufacturer

specializing in confectionery and snack products. Must Have

Solid

confectionery or snack food manufacturing

experience, specifically with

chocolate

processes. Job Responsibilities

Manage and execute large-scale

Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects

from concept to finish. Optimize the efficiency and reliability of

Air Pressure Systems

critical to production. Maintain and improve specialized

Liquid (Chocolate) Food Systems

and related equipment. Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the facility to boost productivity and quality. Collaborate with production and maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency. Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial and schedule targets. Oversee design, installation, and commissioning of new equipment and process upgrades. Ensure all engineering projects comply with strict food safety and regulatory standards. Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support for complex equipment issues. Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions. Train and mentor junior technical staff on new systems and best engineering practices. Implement preventative maintenance strategies to maximize asset lifespan and performance. Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering ;

Master's Degree

is highly preferred. 3-5 years of documented experience managing

large, complex engineering projects

in food. Proven track record with

CapEx project management

within a manufacturing environment. 3-5 years of dedicated

Continuous Improvement

in confectionery or snack food production. Deep expertise in

chocolate manufacturing processes

and related liquid/air systems. Application

Apply directly to the Recruiter, Chon Yamamoto at cyamamoto@judge.com

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