Process Owner

This position will report to the Ops Manager and will own the centerline management of its respective area (cell). Working with others, this role will be responsible for driving continuous improvement that will allow us to deliver our mission statement, Customer is King. The Process Owner is expected to develop the operating teams’ technical understanding and mastery of process control. He / She will be the centerline owner and loss analysis owner for the line/cell. Job Responsibilities of Process Owner Utilize engineering principles, scientific methods, and knowledge of manufacturing systems to develop process solutions that both solve existing production line needs and create new opportunities. The individual in this role will:

• Facilitate Line Loss Analysis
• Own the Centerline Management for the Cell
• Lead the process to identify Centerline targets and document standards
• Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations
• Own the data systems and drive continuous improvement of line data
• Analyze line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities
• Lead root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for the line/cell

• Coach the operators on Centerline execution and problem-solving skills

• Continually develop knowledge of the process to assist in enhancing the production, consistency and quality of products on the line
• Ensure the operation, from an equipment standpoint, is safety compliant

• Assist with research, evaluation, pilot studies, and make recommendations

• Lead projects to achieve operational and quality optimization
• Participate in cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals. Preferred hands-on and understanding of food processing.
• 1-3 years of engineering experience
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and adjust priorities as necessary
• Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications

Sugar Foods LLC is a privately owned company with production facilities in Georgia, Massachusetts, California, and Mexico. Our products are sold and distributed throughout the U.S. and Canada. Sugar Foods manufactures and packages croutons, tortilla chips, crispy toppings, as well as cheese-based toppings. Additionally, Sugar Foods packages a variety of items including sugar, sweeteners, powdered creamer, and dried fruits and nuts.