Manufacturing Engineer (Nature's Bakery)

Who we are

At Nature’s Bakery, we’re passionate about powering life’s adventures with delicious, better-for-you snacks crafted from real, wholesome ingredients. From our iconic Fig Bars to our exciting range of soft-baked treats, we believe everyone deserves snacking options that nourish the body and delight the taste buds. As a proud member of the Mars family of companies, we’re experiencing rapid growth fueled by strategic investments in our people, bakeries, and innovation. We foster a values-driven, people-first culture where collaboration, creativity, and community thrive—making every day meaningful and rewarding. Our future looks brighter than ever. Join us and help bake something better.

Job Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in optimizing manufacturing processes, supporting equipment installation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity while ensuring the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Start-Up & Ramp up efficiency lines & Equipment Technical Support

• Assist in the commissioning, installation, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Support the development and implementation of scalable manufacturing processes.
• Work with vendors and contractors to ensure project execution aligns with operational needs.
• Maintain equipment documentation, including schematics and operational guidelines.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Apply lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and optimize workflows.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for production issues.

Collaboration & Technical Support

• Work closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to improve manufacturing performance.
• Support troubleshooting efforts for production challenges and equipment reliability.
• Assist with training production teams on new processes and equipment operation.

• Work on design alignment with Autocad and Solidworks tool support to renew lines installation or expansion.
• PID creation, development, and review for process areas
• 2D layout creation, development and review for packaging areas

Project Management & Capital Support

• Contribute to developing user requirements, project scopes, and budgets for engineering initiatives.
• Assist in preparing Capital Appropriation Requests aligned with annual CAPEX plans.
• Help track project progress and ensure alignment with company objectives.

Help creating SAP POs for CAPEX & OPEX.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and use data-driven insights to recommend improvements.
• Prepare reports and documentation on process enhancements and project progress.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing or engineering roles, preferably in food, pharma, or CPG industries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to process improvement.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar design software.

Proficiency in MS Project

• Understanding of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-speed process & packaging production line equipment.
• Familiarity with sanitary systems (CIP), temperature control, and HVAC systems.
• Exposure to PLCs, servo motors, HMIs, and related automation technologies.
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems for project and inventory management.

Physical Demands

• Regularly work in a manufacturing environment with moving machinery and varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, and climb stairs as needed.

What we offer you
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

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