Associate Engineer (Temporary)

About the role

This position will report to the Engineering Director. Travel Requirement: N/A. Location: Bakersfield, CA. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Employment Category: Full Time - Temporary. Pay Range: $37-$41. Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the benefits of engineering technology and process changes in the plant, identifying potential enhancements to optimize operations.
• Integrate engineering principles and manufacturing technologies to resolve technical challenges effectively.
• Analyze existing methods to recommend improvements based on comprehensive risk assessments and cost-benefit analysis.
• Manage small to medium-sized capital projects, ensuring successful design, construction, and commissioning within budget and timeline constraints.
• Provide support to the plant by monitoring equipment, troubleshooting issues, and developing solutions to maintain production efficiency.
• Oversee utility and energy systems, ensuring efficiency and optimal resource utilization.
• Gather, interpret, and analyze data to identify patterns and trends that can improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to upgrade preventive maintenance processes, incorporating new insights to enhance reliability.
• Lead detailed root cause analyses to identify reliability issues and develop corrective actions.
• Foster strong relationships across teams, providing mentorship and technical leadership to enhance team troubleshooting skills using Six Sigma and other methodologies.

Requirements

• Leadership: Ability to effectively lead, coach, and mentor teams.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Expertise: Profound understanding of engineering principles applicable to food manufacturing.
• Project Management: Proven competency in managing projects from start to finish.
• Continuous Improvement: Dedicated to the principles of continuous improvement.
• Technical Drawing: Skilled in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent software.
• Problem-Solving: Strong proactive problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering. 1+ years of experience in the food manufacturing industry or consumer products. 1+ years of project management experience. 1+ years of supervising contractors directly.
• Prioritization: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Six Sigma or similar quality improvement methodologies.