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The Role
Leads continuous improvement and plant safety initiatives in a food manufacturing environment. Develops production strategies, standardizes processes, reduces waste, and applies Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, PDCA, value stream mapping, time studies, and root cause analysis. Oversees operational performance, SOPs, GMP, HACCP, OSHA, LOTO, audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, emergency preparedness, and equipment optimization while coordinating cross-functional improvement projects.
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Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods LLC in Abilene, TX seeks Continuous Improvement & Operations Safety Manager. Develop and implement production strategies, standardize operational processes, and reduce costs, delays, and waste. Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies such as 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and PDCA to improve overall plant efficiency and reduce costs. Oversee daily operations to ensure production goals are met, with a strong focus on safety, Good Manufacturing Processing (GMP), and quality compliance. Conduct regular assessments of equipment performance in collaboration with the maintenance team to ensure optimal operation and identify areas for improvement. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operational methods, equipment, and safety manuals Perform Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and root cause analysis to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within the production process. Conduct time studies to assess product cycle times and identify opportunities for improvement in line balancing, equipment utilization, and labor efficiency. Utilize project management tools to monitor the progress of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, manage resources, and ensure effective communication across departments. Ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety regulations, GMPs, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) protocols, and conduct audits to verify adherence to SOPs, LOTO procedures, hazard controls, and equipment safety standards. Lead safety audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations to implement preventive actions. Support safety committees and coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and preparedness activities. Telecommuting is permitted within commutable distance to the office.
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the food manufacturing industry. Must also possess experience with (i) Lean Manufacturing methods 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and PDCA; (ii) value stream mapping, time studies, and root cause analysis; (iii) creating and managing operational enhancements of Standard Operating Procedures involving food safety; (iv) implementing HACCP plans, GMP programs, and Safety; (v) extruder operation and processes.
Apply online at: https://www.primalpetfoods.com/
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the food manufacturing industry. Must also possess experience with (i) Lean Manufacturing methods 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and PDCA; (ii) value stream mapping, time studies, and root cause analysis; (iii) creating and managing operational enhancements of Standard Operating Procedures involving food safety; (iv) implementing HACCP plans, GMP programs, and Safety; (v) extruder operation and processes.
Apply online at: https://www.primalpetfoods.com/
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- Three years of experience in the food manufacturing industry
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing methods, including 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and PDCA
- Experience with value stream mapping, time studies, and root cause analysis
- Experience creating and managing operational Standard Operating Procedures involving food safety
- Experience implementing HACCP plans, GMP programs, and safety programs
- Experience with extruder operation and processes
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The Company
What We Do
Pure Treats Primal Pet Foods Inc. is a pet-food company producing and selling natural dog and cat treats, foods, toppers, mixers, and raw or freeze-dried nutrition. It brings together Pure Treats’ PureBites and PureSnacks brands with Primal Pet Foods, whose recipes emphasize premium, protein-rich ingredients for dogs and cats. The group manufactures through facilities in the United States and Canada and distributes via pet-specialty retailers and online channels.
