Costa Farms
Company Overview
Costa Farms
is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers with headquarters in Miami, Florida. Founded in 1961 on just 30 acres, we have expanded to more than 5,000 acres worldwide, including farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, the Dominican Republic, and an office in China. Nearly 6,000 employees drive innovation across engineering, marketing, finance, human resources, and plant science.
Description The Process Engineer leads the optimization and implementation of projects designed to increase productivity, reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and maximize profitability. The successful candidate develops best practices, fosters sustainable cultural change, and collaborates across all areas of manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
Lead process improvement projects applying Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts.
Interact with supervisors and workers to explore initiatives, ideas, and order progress.
Develop innovative solutions to reduce downtime, increase throughput, and minimize product loss.
Partner with operations to plan conveyor layouts that support crop movement and minimize manual handling.
Develop process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOP).
Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining quality standards and ensuring projects are completed on time.
Perform risk assessments and develop analytical tools and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPI).
Maintain flexibility for seasonal demand and additional hours as needed.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information or provide assistance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience in process improvement and project management is a plus.
Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, procedures, and quality.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Power BI).
Experience in process simulation and process engineering software packages.
Bilingual (English – Spanish) is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences.
Physical Demands
Lift up to 20 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally.
Perform bending, reaching, stretching, standing, and walking in various settings.
Work Environment Daily tasks involve standard office equipment and occasional outdoor work in fluctuating weather conditions. The role requires direct contact with plants, soil, shipping materials, and exposure to dust, noise, and weather conditions.
Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Team‑oriented and self‑motivated with strong problem‑solving abilities.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Effective time management to meet deadlines and maintain productivity.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.
Competencies
Action Oriented
Collaborates
Tech Savvy
Cultivate Innovation
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Farming
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, military status, marital status, or veteran status, or any other group status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers with headquarters in Miami, Florida. Founded in 1961 on just 30 acres, we have expanded to more than 5,000 acres worldwide, including farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, the Dominican Republic, and an office in China. Nearly 6,000 employees drive innovation across engineering, marketing, finance, human resources, and plant science.
Description The Process Engineer leads the optimization and implementation of projects designed to increase productivity, reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and maximize profitability. The successful candidate develops best practices, fosters sustainable cultural change, and collaborates across all areas of manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
Lead process improvement projects applying Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts.
Interact with supervisors and workers to explore initiatives, ideas, and order progress.
Develop innovative solutions to reduce downtime, increase throughput, and minimize product loss.
Partner with operations to plan conveyor layouts that support crop movement and minimize manual handling.
Develop process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOP).
Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining quality standards and ensuring projects are completed on time.
Perform risk assessments and develop analytical tools and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPI).
Maintain flexibility for seasonal demand and additional hours as needed.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information or provide assistance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience in process improvement and project management is a plus.
Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, procedures, and quality.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Power BI).
Experience in process simulation and process engineering software packages.
Bilingual (English – Spanish) is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences.
Physical Demands
Lift up to 20 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally.
Perform bending, reaching, stretching, standing, and walking in various settings.
Work Environment Daily tasks involve standard office equipment and occasional outdoor work in fluctuating weather conditions. The role requires direct contact with plants, soil, shipping materials, and exposure to dust, noise, and weather conditions.
Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Team‑oriented and self‑motivated with strong problem‑solving abilities.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Effective time management to meet deadlines and maintain productivity.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.
Competencies
Action Oriented
Collaborates
Tech Savvy
Cultivate Innovation
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Farming
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, military status, marital status, or veteran status, or any other group status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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