Quality Process Engineer (52202)

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy fruit and plant-based products and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow Kiri Babybel Boursin Nurishh PomPotes and GoGo squeeZ as well as some 30 local brands. Together these brands helped the Group generate sales of 3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold pragmatic and determined Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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Job description

Job Title: Quality Process Engineer

Reports to: Quality Manager

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Project Management: Yes

Location: Traverse City MI

Job Summary:

Responsible for evaluating plant processes and configuring manufacturing systems to reduce cost improve safety improve quality improve sustainability and develop best practices within the production process.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

Use continuous improvement tools to drive out defects in the process and enhance overall safety quality and productivity by collaborating with production teams maintenance teams and leadership.

Responsible for working with the sanitation and operations manager on projects regarding the overall CIP process systems optimization and design

Drive continuous improvement in quality programs and employees through data collection and trending training/coaching teamwork and the use of problem-solving skills to create new quality opportunities systems and programs

o Data mining and analytical analysis

Develop support and implement quality continuous improvement projects

Deliver the plant budget goals for quality costs OEE and yield.

Support plant innovations to ensure food safety and quality compliance while working with plant teams R&D and Corporate Engineering

Improve processes to support recipe adherence and accuracy

Manage and support Quality related Capital Projects as assigned

Own and drive change management and process changes that will impact quality costs

Provide technical support to the operating teams regarding equipment or processes that implicate food safety or quality.

Maintain and improve the technical and training documentation for the department.

Responsible for delivering Food Safety and Quality KPIS and improving methods for collecting accurate data.

Key Performance Indicator (KPI):

Safety Morale Quality Cost Delivery Environment

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in food science Engineering or a related field is required.

EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years of manufacturing is required preferably in the food industry

Familiar with HACCP and sanitary design principles

Experience with CIP systems is preferred

Experience with flexible packaging is preferred

SKILLS

Effective presentation verbal and written communication skills

Understands technical systems and terminology

Excellent inter-personal skills

Proven project management skills and technical problem-solving capability

Ability to work and manage within a team environment

Ability to organize and prioritize actions to help meet plant objectives and long-term vision

Familiarity with PLCs and instrumentation

Possess applicable AutoCAD or MS Visio skill

Self-motivated and can work independently with minimal direct supervision

Willingness to work off-shifts or weekends as needed

Ability to lead and teach others effectively

Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Must be able to work a minimum of 12 hours per day and be on his/her feet for extended periods of time.

Must be able to work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant environment.

Opportunity for travel to other Bel locations or to vendor/contractor sites may arise but travel is not a strict requirement of the role.

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