Manufacturing Process Engineering (Toronto)

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, ‘better-for-you’ snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. The Manufacturing Process Engineering Specialist will be responsible for designing, developing, improving, and implementing production processes that increase workplace safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and reduce waste. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs & Centerlines) to ensure consistency and adherence to quality and safety standards. Support day-to-day performance improvement at the facility (speed increase, yield improvement, scrap reduction, and labor efficiency improvement) Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D;, project engineering, quality, and maintenance, to identify and resolve issues that may impact production efficiency or quality and ensure successful implementation of new processes and equipment. Strong on-the-floor presence & technical aptitude to conduct process audits, understand equipment operation fundamentals, identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective and preventive actions as necessary. Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations for process optimization. Maintain and apply up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory requirements related to production processes. Create and maintain value stream maps (VSM), bottleneck analyses, and loss Pareto’s to identify priorities and opportunities for business growth. Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor and improve process performance. Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Builds Networks Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering. 3-5 years of experience in production, maintenance, or a process engineering role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies Proficient computer skills, including and not limited to Microsoft Office applications such as powerpoint, excel, sharepoint, and AI agent creation and maintenance Availability to travel to multiple sites (in the GTA) to observe and support the afternoon and weekend shifts as needed. Networks and builds relationships with other technical experts inside and outside the organization. Strong knowledge of production processes, process optimization, and process control & equipment fundamentals. 75,000 - $85,000 CAD Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Speak up, share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn’t – like the plant, or the boardroom. Personal development: We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Count on us to give you the training and tools to grow and progress. Bring the consumer voice into your work by protecting product quality, availability, and experience, acting early when standards slip, and delivering consistent value that earns trust, advocacy, and long-term brand love. You must be willing to try, ask and answer challenging questions, test and learn, turn over every stone, keep moving forward and help us find a way through. Resourcefulness and grit will be your constant companions at Riverside and will serve you well. We pride ourselves in being respectful and supportive of others while shining brightly through our innovative, high-quality products. Continuous improvement: As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch to make it better, more efficient, more sustainable, and more endearing to customers, consumers, employees, vendors, partners and the community. Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2prz9c