Process Engineering Coordinator

Supports site overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). This resource develops and empowers cross-functional teams to optimize their systems and processes, thereby reducing losses such as downtime, bottlenecks, and waste. The role is also responsible for acting as a resource for implementing change in other projects within the company.

Responsibilities

• Apply understanding of business goals, strategies, capabilities, and organization of Lean manufacturing, together with continuous improvement, and the relationship between cross-functional operational teams; such as TPM, Asset Management.
• Support functional leadership teams in optimizing manufacturing equipment and processes to reduce OEE losses.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of continuous improvement curriculum, training, and deployment for various levels of end users.
• Assist in writing standard work documents and operator training.
• Provide support in identifying process and equipment limitations and developing, justifying and managing the implementation of improvement projects.
• Assist with the planning, installation and start-up of new equipment.
• Coach the facilitation of root cause analyses, problem solving tools, and project management to address manufacturing issues.
• Participate in the design review process for new and problem-solving designed products, and provide feedback and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Possess a Post-Secondary Education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and operations.
• Project Management training with proven ability to manage and execute process improvement initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement certification (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision‑making skills to effectively address operational challenges and optimize performance.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

About Us: Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in the USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully.

About The Team: Cavendish Farms is a family‑run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed‑to‑table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices. We have a proud history of values, quality and service, and bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.