Manufacturing Engineer Job at Schreiber Foods in Carthage

We’re growing our Engineering team and looking for talented Engineers to work in our U.S. Manufacturing Plants. We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team at Schreiber Foods. As a Manufacturing Engineer you will play a pivotal role in optimizing our production processes, ensuring the efficient and cost‑effective manufacturing of our food products, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams including Production Operations, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, Controls Engineering, Operations Excellence, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement, maintain product quality, and enhance overall production performance.

What you’ll do:

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction.
• Design and implement improvements to enhance yield, reduce waste, increase throughputs, improve cycle times, reduce bottlenecks, and streamline operations while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Operations Excellence and Data Science/Analytics teams to leverage data for process optimization.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to scale up new products from concept to production, ensuring seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes.
• Partner with Maintenance and Reliability Engineering to ensure equipment uptime and reliability and integrate predictive maintenance strategies.
• Lead or assist in the development of new equipment installations or modifications, from concept to commissioning, with a focus on maximizing output, minimizing downtime, and reducing operational risk.
• Utilize data analysis and statistical techniques to identify bottlenecks, process variability, and areas for improvement in production processes; implement data‑driven solutions to increase overall efficiency while mitigating operational risk.
• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to proactively identify potential failure points, risks, and weaknesses in processes and equipment; develop strategies to reduce operational risk and enhance process reliability, working closely with Reliability Engineering.
• Define and own manufacturing process control plans, set up in‑process measurement systems, complete GR&R activities, and establish process monitoring and trending, including SPC of critical parameters.
• Perform process capability studies to predict manufacturing process trends and achieve customer specifications, creating stability in day‑to‑day operations.
• Collaboratively troubleshoot manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Participate in the selection and evaluation of equipment, tools, and materials to ensure optimal performance and cost‑effectiveness, focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing operational risk; partner with Controls Engineering and leverage automation and digitalization opportunities.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, chemical, or any engineering related field).
• 0–6 years of Engineering experience.
• Experience within the food industry or a related field is a plus.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality management systems (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FDA) or the ability to understand/learn this space.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Collaborative approach and excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Eligible partners will receive:

• Two retirement benefits: the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one and an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional 8% contribution toward retirement savings, totaling about 16% annually.
• Incentive pay twice a year when the company meets its goals.
• $10,000 relocation bonus plus a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. salaried position.
• Childcare assistance: up to $5,000 annually and monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Health incentives: earning $1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities, plus a $600 lifestyle spending account for health, fitness, weight management, mental health, and wellness reimbursements.
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant education and career development.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one, including an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Community support through a Partners Helping Partners program with volunteer fundraisers.

Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact recruiting@schreiberfoods.com or call 920‑437‑7601.

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum—more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and a vehicle that enables the applicant to meet the travel necessities of the position.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Schreiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.