Process Improvement Engineer

Mississauga, ON
$75,300-122,760 per year
Permanent
Full-time

5 hours ago

Job Description:OverviewThe Process Improvement Engineer (PIE) is responsible for sustaining and improving operational performance by leading and executing the sitewide Run to Target (RTT) program. The PIE owns one production line end-to-end while ensuring the RTT system remains effective, consistent, and continuously improving across the site. The PIE is a visible leader on the plant floor, balancing hands-on execution with cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement while developing future improvement leaders.What you can expect from us:

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Total Compensation: $75,300 - $122,760
Responsibilities

Oversee the Centerline System management, including its development, maintenance & change management
Responsible for loss analysis & TE improvement plan development, plan execution leadership, and results tracking
Responsible for rapid changeover activities including principles, target setting, and leading successful efforts reducing changeover time to achieve challenging objectives
Oversee analytical troubleshooting & problem solving
Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
Deliver effective change leadership - driving business changes while minimizing people impact
Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to assist team to solve operational issues
Motivate team members to achieve plan goals
Provide weekly, period, and ‘Year to Date’ reliability and variability downtime analysis support to the operation.
Apply reliability expertise to stabilize and improve the operation, driving variation down and seeking improved TE through capital, procedural, and operational improvements in both planned and unplanned downtime areas.
Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills through leading meetings, facilitating meetings and preparing written plant communications.
Regular and predictable attendance at the work site
This role requires regular presence on the plant floor
Serve as the site leader and subject matter expert for the Run to Target (RTT) program, ensuring consistent execution and continuous evolution of the system.
Sustain and improve the overall effectiveness of RTT by identifying gaps, strengthening routines, and leading program enhancements.
Conduct structured health checks on assigned production lines to evaluate process stability, performance, and adherence to RTT principles.
This role may require off-shift and weekend work

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; engineering, business, operations management, or related field preferred.
Lean Six Sigma experience preferred, demonstrated through successful completion of a major improvement project.
2+ years of manufacturing experience in a consumer products or similar high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate insights into action.
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable making independent, sound decisions.
Proven ability to assess processes, conduct health checks, and measure progress against defined standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong oral and written communication skill
Effective facilitation, presentation, and change leadership skills.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback to drive growth and performance.

Careers to Smile About:At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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