Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: Process Engineer Reports to: Director, Projects
We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Projects team! The Senior Engineer will play a key role in managing key projects and improving our food manufacturing processes within our facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering within the food industry, with a proven ability to implement process improvements and drive operational excellence.
Opportunities In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to oversee the development process, and ensure that project objectives are met. You will not only contribute to the innovative solutions and improvements in processes, but also play a significant role in establishing SOP's, SSOP's, and process flows.
Requirements Here is who you are... Drive & motivation
- You are willing to roll up your sleeves and get the job done
- You are passionate about process optimization and want to join a company that will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills in a meaningful way
- You enjoy facing unexpected and even intractable problems
- You are persistent—willing to pursue elusive solutions
- You enjoy sharing your knowledge and partner with various stakeholders working in a cross-functional environment
Character & Abilities
- You are organized and pay extra attention to details
- You can make sound and safe judgement
- You are willing to shift priorities and tasks when necessary to drive the project forward
- You are flexible in responding to challenges as changes occur
- You are mechanically inclined and are a resourceful problem solver
- You can demonstrate independent judgment in the realistic planning, prioritization, and execution of projects, assignments, and communications
Knowledge & Skills
- You have proven experience in manufacturing process optimization, preferably in the food production or bakery industry
- You have excellent project management skills, with a track record of successfully implementing process changes and equipment upgrades
- You are exceptional at problem-solving and have a data-driven mindset
- You're a strong communicator and collaborator, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments
Experience
- You have 5-7+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in food manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards
- Proven experience with process optimization, data analysis, and project management\
Responsibilites
- Become completely familiar with the equipment and the processes of our facilities and find solutions to bottlenecks, and inefficiencies
- Work with the Director, Projects and plant managers to identify problem equipment for change or upgrade.
- Lead and/or participate in projects related to process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions. Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and ensure timely and successful project execution
- Manage the documentation process for projects, ensuring all necessary materials are accurately produced and maintained for future reference and compliance
- Provide training and technical support to plants to ensure that our bakeries align with the most optimal process flow and equipment plans
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, product quality, and process reliability, and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
- Monitor the above systems to detect and correct inefficiencies before they escalate
- Work closely with the maintenance teams to identify and address recurring equipment issues that cause delays
- Optimize machine settings, calibrations, and preventive maintenance schedules to ensure consistent, efficient operation and reduce unexpected downtimes
- Lead regular meetings with key stakeholders to review performance, discuss challenges, and develop action plans for improvement
Other ...
- May on occasion work evenings and weekends to accommodate production testing
Benefits We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
- Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
- Free delicious and healthy bread
- Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
- Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
- Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
- Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team
Salary - $85,000 - $105,000 Want to learn more about our mission and products? Please check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
About Silver Hills
Over 30 years ago, Brad Brousson and Stan and Kathy Smith were three friends who shared a belief in the incredible power of sprouted bread.
Silver Hills’ founding mission to empower, educate, and inspire people to live healthier lives hasn’t changed since 1989—nor has our belief that investing in your own health is the greatest gift you can give someone. Because when you’re healthy, you have more to share.
Today, Silver Hills is a thriving family-owned, family-run, three-brand business, manufacturing and marketing Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery, Little Northern Bakehouse, and One Degree Organic Foods (separately owned by Stan, Kathy, and family) as well as operating a retail store and bakery, Sprouted Oven.
We’re committed to making the best tasting, most nourishing, plant-powerful products possible. Across all our brands, our products are plant-based and non-GMO, the way food is meant to be.
OUR BRANDS
Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery: Healthy whole grains. Sprouted. Our delicious, specially crafted breads are baked using a unique sprouting process that harnesses the best of whole grains, unlocking valuable nutrients and making them readily available and easy to digest.
Little Northern Bakehouse: The joy of the real thing. Gluten-free. We believe that gluten-free shouldn’t be hard to find or less tasty than the regular breads and buns.
One Degree Organic Foods: All ingredients from farmers we know. We believe you deserve 100% transparency in everything you eat. We give you the power to trace every product and meet the farmers and producers behind every ingredient you’re eating.
Sprouted Oven: Two Bakeries, One Perfect Pantry. Pull up a chair at our Abbotsford bakery for delicious, fresh and wholesome sweet and savoury plant-based treats baked in our sprouted wheat bakery or our gluten-free bakery. Then peruse our perfect pantry.
Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: Process Engineer Reports to: Director, Projects
We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Projects team! The Senior Engineer will play a key role in managing key projects and improving our food manufacturing processes within our facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering within the food industry, with a proven ability to implement process improvements and drive operational excellence.
Opportunities In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to oversee the development process, and ensure that project objectives are met. You will not only contribute to the innovative solutions and improvements in processes, but also play a significant role in establishing SOP's, SSOP's, and process flows.
Requirements Here is who you are... Drive & motivation
- You are willing to roll up your sleeves and get the job done
- You are passionate about process optimization and want to join a company that will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills in a meaningful way
- You enjoy facing unexpected and even intractable problems
- You are persistent—willing to pursue elusive solutions
- You enjoy sharing your knowledge and partner with various stakeholders working in a cross-functional environment
Character & Abilities
- You are organized and pay extra attention to details
- You can make sound and safe judgement
- You are willing to shift priorities and tasks when necessary to drive the project forward
- You are flexible in responding to challenges as changes occur
- You are mechanically inclined and are a resourceful problem solver
- You can demonstrate independent judgment in the realistic planning, prioritization, and execution of projects, assignments, and communications
Knowledge & Skills
- You have proven experience in manufacturing process optimization, preferably in the food production or bakery industry
- You have excellent project management skills, with a track record of successfully implementing process changes and equipment upgrades
- You are exceptional at problem-solving and have a data-driven mindset
- You're a strong communicator and collaborator, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments
Experience
- You have 5-7+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in food manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards
- Proven experience with process optimization, data analysis, and project management\
Responsibilites
- Become completely familiar with the equipment and the processes of our facilities and find solutions to bottlenecks, and inefficiencies
- Work with the Director, Projects and plant managers to identify problem equipment for change or upgrade.
- Lead and/or participate in projects related to process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions. Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and ensure timely and successful project execution
- Manage the documentation process for projects, ensuring all necessary materials are accurately produced and maintained for future reference and compliance
- Provide training and technical support to plants to ensure that our bakeries align with the most optimal process flow and equipment plans
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, product quality, and process reliability, and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
- Monitor the above systems to detect and correct inefficiencies before they escalate
- Work closely with the maintenance teams to identify and address recurring equipment issues that cause delays
- Optimize machine settings, calibrations, and preventive maintenance schedules to ensure consistent, efficient operation and reduce unexpected downtimes
- Lead regular meetings with key stakeholders to review performance, discuss challenges, and develop action plans for improvement
Other ...
- May on occasion work evenings and weekends to accommodate production testing
Benefits We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
- Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
- Free delicious and healthy bread
- Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
- Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
- Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
- Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team
Salary - $85,000 - $105,000 Want to learn more about our mission and products? Please check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
About Silver Hills
Over 30 years ago, Brad Brousson and Stan and Kathy Smith were three friends who shared a belief in the incredible power of sprouted bread.
Silver Hills’ founding mission to empower, educate, and inspire people to live healthier lives hasn’t changed since 1989—nor has our belief that investing in your own health is the greatest gift you can give someone. Because when you’re healthy, you have more to share.
Today, Silver Hills is a thriving family-owned, family-run, three-brand business, manufacturing and marketing Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery, Little Northern Bakehouse, and One Degree Organic Foods (separately owned by Stan, Kathy, and family) as well as operating a retail store and bakery, Sprouted Oven.
We’re committed to making the best tasting, most nourishing, plant-powerful products possible. Across all our brands, our products are plant-based and non-GMO, the way food is meant to be.
OUR BRANDS
Silver Hills Sprouted Bakery: Healthy whole grains. Sprouted. Our delicious, specially crafted breads are baked using a unique sprouting process that harnesses the best of whole grains, unlocking valuable nutrients and making them readily available and easy to digest.
Little Northern Bakehouse: The joy of the real thing. Gluten-free. We believe that gluten-free shouldn’t be hard to find or less tasty than the regular breads and buns.
One Degree Organic Foods: All ingredients from farmers we know. We believe you deserve 100% transparency in everything you eat. We give you the power to trace every product and meet the farmers and producers behind every ingredient you’re eating.
Sprouted Oven: Two Bakeries, One Perfect Pantry. Pull up a chair at our Abbotsford bakery for delicious, fresh and wholesome sweet and savoury plant-based treats baked in our sprouted wheat bakery or our gluten-free bakery. Then peruse our perfect pantry.