Process Improvement Engineer

at  PepsiCo

Overview:
The Process Improvement Engineer is responsible for ensuring productivity goals for current year are met through coordinating existing projects, analysing current practices, recommending improvements, and tracking cost management activities. The Process Improvement Engineer will be responsible for developing and delivering healthy pipeline of productivity projects, being part of CAPEX projects, supporting the commercial change agenda for site and identifying and conducting performance improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES - REQUIRED

• Self starter with the ability to think strategically and develop action plans through the prioritisation of work streams.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to analyse data to optimise manufacturing processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a co-operative style that builds strong relationships and respect for others.
• Ability to apply technical knowledge in a consistent, methodical way when faced with problems.
• Planning ability – complex trials, data collection and analysis.
• A strong role model for Safety, Quality and Food Safety behaviours.
• Microsoft Office.
• Lean Six Sigma / DMAIC Principles.
• Project Management Skills.
• Communication Skills.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES – DESIRABLE

• Engineering Background.
• PLC Experience.
• LSS Kaisen Leader or Above (Training to Green belt level will be provided as part of first year).
• Strong coach and facilitator with the ability to influence behaviour and identify training needs at all levels.
• Financial Analysis.
• Previous Food Industry Experience.

Please refer the Job description for details