Description
Process / Project Engineer
Healthy Pet – Manufacturing Facility
Reports To:
Head of Engineering
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Build It. Improve It. Own It.
Healthy Pet is looking for a technically rigorous
Process / Project Engineer
to drive manufacturing performance through structured problem solving, data analysis and disciplined project execution. This hybrid role integrates real-time process optimization with end-to-end capital project leadership inside a production environment.
The Process / Project Engineer will operate on the plant floor, diagnosing process variability, eliminating root causes of performance losses and implementing sustainable corrective actions. In parallel they will scope, justify and execute capital initiatives that improve throughput, yield, equipment reliability, safety, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
This position is designed for an engineer who wants measurable operational impact — applying engineering fundamentals, lean methodologies, and project management discipline to systematically elevate plant performance
What You’ll Own:
Manufacturing Performance
Drive measurable improvements in throughput, yield, OEE, and waste reduction
Stabilize and optimize production lines through data-driven root cause analysis
Standardize and improve process documentation, controls, and operating parameters
Act as the go-to technical resource for production and maintenance teams
Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean and Kaizen initiatives that produce measurable business impact
Identify and implement scalable solutions — not band-aids
Support new product introductions and line expansions with strong technical execution
Capital & Improvement Projects
Lead capital and process improvement projects from scope through startup
Develop project charters, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
Manage equipment selection, layout design, FAT/SAT, and commissioning
Deliver projects on time, on budget, and fully operational
What Sets You Apart
You’re comfortable on the manufacturing floor — not just in meetings
You can diagnose a process issue quickly and drive it to root cause resolution
You’ve led capital projects and know how to hold vendors and timelines accountable
You think in terms of KPIs, yield, and measurable results
You bring structure to chaos without slowing down progress
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
4–8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience balancing process engineering and project leadership
Strong understanding of production equipment, process controls, and plant operations
Experience leading capital projects in a plant setting
Lean / Six Sigma knowledge preferred
Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, MS Project
Work Environment
This role requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor. Occasional off-shift or weekend work may be required during project installations and major process changes. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Why Healthy Pet?
High visibility impact
Real ownership and autonomy
Direct influence on plant performance and growth
A leadership team that values execution
Best in Class medical/dental/vision/short- and long-term disability/life insurance
Voluntary FSA/life insurance/accident insurance
Generous 401k matching plan
11 paid holidays per year/sick days/PTO