Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Livingston, CA, US, 95334

Date: Dec 21, 2024

Company: E. & J. Gallo

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The Senior Continuous Improvement/Process Engineer is responsible for identifying, creating, leading, and implementing process improvement initiatives throughout the plant, supporting ongoing process improvements, and providing technical expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting. If you've had experience optimizing energy efficiency and site sustainability, with a strong Lean Six Sigma methodology background, this role is for you!

What you’ll do:

  • Develop innovative solutions and lead complex process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify areas of improvement.
  • Conduct statistical data analysis to identify trends and areas of improvement.
  • Develop and implement process modifications to improve sustainability of site, including reduction in energy consumption and wastewater.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, with ability to communicate complex technical information to a variety of audiences.
  • Train and coach employees on Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track progress and identify further areas of improvement.
  • Provide technical expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Support the plant by identifying and implementing process improvements to increase yield, reduce scrap, and improve product quality.
  • Develop and maintain process control plans, process flow diagrams, and other process engineering documentation.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members.

What You Need

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering plus 5 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Architecture, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility, which may include Gallo TMDP or OMDP experience; OR Bachelor of Science Degree plus 7 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Architecture, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility; OR Master’s Degree in Engineering plus 3 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Architecture, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility, which may include Gallo TMDP or OMDP experience; OR Master's Degree in a STEM major or project management plus an undergraduate degree in Engineering, plus 4 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Architecture, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility; OR Master's Degree in a STEM major or project management plus an undergraduate degree in a STEM major or Project Management, plus 6 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Architecture, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of responsibility; OR PhD of Engineering and 1 year of Engineering experience; OR High School Diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 9 years of Engineering, Project Engineering, Project Management, Commercial or Industrial Construction Management experience, reflecting increasing levels of experience.
  • Understands Basic Engineering and can follow standard work to achieve goals.
  • May be required to travel at least 25% of the time, domestically, for project meetings at site or vendor offices, construction oversight, start-up management, clear communication with site, project continuity and effective project leadership.
  • May be required to travel up to 5% of the time, internationally, for Factory Acceptance Testing and meetings at vendor offices.
  • Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.
  • Required to be 18 years or older. This may be in addition to other age requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

What Will Set You Apart

  • BS in Engineering Management, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Bio-Systems Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
  • L6S Certification (Black Belt/ Green Belt).

Compensation:

  • Hiring Salary Range Posted: $98,000.00 -$147,000.00 / year
  • Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Perks & Benefits:

  • This position includes a competitive benefits package.
  • Please click here to view our full list of benefits or click here to watch our video.

Gallo does not sponsor for employment based visas for this position now or in the future. 

This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance.

Application Window is Expected to Close On: 01/10/25

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Req ID 105384 

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