Process Control Engineer

Position Title:Process Control Engineer

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location:Florenceville Potato

Requisition ID: 23848

McCain Foods (Canada) is currently looking for an experienced Process Control Engineer to join our Florenceville Fry Team. As the successful candidate, you will optimize the Florenceville Potato production process through statistical process control and standard recipe management. You will also serve as a functional lead on any new product launches, PST’s, and Global Best Operating Practices (BOP’s).You will have cross-functional work with the Maintenance department through commissioning, start-up management on new equipment installations, as well As the Quality department through First Time Quality improvement projects and QC measurement systems analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as functional lead for process optimization using statistical process control, including performing design of experiments on the production line and the development of functional process control models
• Assist in the development and execution of Process Control training programs
• Continuous Improvement Projects and development tools to improve processes
• Perform studies on measurement systems (MSA) to ensure proper calibration protocols are in place and actions are taken when calibration systems fail
• Monitor products and processes for conformance to standards, assists in prompt and thorough investigation when product safety may be compromised and minimize the amount of out of spec /held product
• Develop process control implementation packages
• Lend technical assistance as required to production, maintenance and sanitation personnel
• Liaison between corporate R&D team and plant management to ensure efficient hand over of new product development, PST’s, and Product Optimization
• Assist in the adaptation of new products and new process procedures to production routine
• Lead BOP’s (Best Operating Practices) for safety, quality, cost and delivery on a regular basis
• Assist in initiation and implementation of the preparation of new or revised product specifications, process parameters, and procedures
• Assist with the introduction of new processes or equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Food Science, Engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years’ experience in food manufacturing operations
• 3-5 years’ Quality experience in food processing
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate technical knowledge with production activities
• Proficient use of statistical methods
• Knowledge of root cause analysis tools to be used on mechanical and processing issues
• Must have working knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles and practices, computer systems and production processes and equipment used in the food industry
• Prior experience in capital projects is an asset
• Advanced computer skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to foster positive working relationships
• Strong aptitude for numbers and analyzing information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• A self-starter with ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Excellent problem solving and coaching abilities
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize

About McCain:

McCain Foods is proud to be a family and values-driven company. Our values are integral to our culture, helping to shape how we operate, how we work together and the choices we make. They are a big part of what makes us unique. McCain Foods opened their first production facility in their hometown of Florenceville, New Brunswick, Canada. McCain Foods quickly established itself within the Canadian marketplace and then began a journey to become the world’s largest manufacturer of frozen French fries and potato specialties.

McCain products can be found in thousands of restaurants and supermarket freezers around the world. In addition to fries, McCain also produces other foods, including appetizers, oven meals, vegetables, and juice for both the retail and foodservice industries.

McCain offers full benefits including:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Benefits
• Career Development & Education Reimbursement Assistance
• Apprenticeship, Internship, & Coop support and opportunities

Sustainability and Planet Friendly Practices are at the heart of McCain:

We have embarked upon a journey to create planet-friendly food. We are committed to investing in resource-efficient operations in factories and farms.

• We are moving to 100% renewable energy by 2030.
• Donating 200 million meals to food banks and NGO worldwide by 2025.
• Implementing regenerative agricultural practices across 100% of our potato acreage by 2030.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.
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Job Family:Engineering & Technical; Manufacturing
Division:NA Potato Manufacturing
Department:Florenceville Potato Production
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol

Company:McCain Foods (Canada)