Job Title: Production Technology Engineer
Report to: Production Technology Manager
Job Type: Full Time Employee, Non-Exempt
Location: Gainesville, GA
SUMMARY:
The Production Technology Engineer is responsible for managing pilot production processes, production routing, and production version control to ensure efficient and stable manufacturing operations. This role supports new product introduction (NPD), process optimization, and continuous quality improvement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Set up and manage pilot production processes in alignment with NPD requirements.
• Establish pilot production evaluation criteria and specifications.
• Conduct labor and time analysis for new products.
• Prepare and submit pilot production completion reports.
• Finalize and maintain manufacturing process documentation.
• Manage initial production flow and scheduling activities.
• Propose process improvement opportunities to enhance productivity and quality.
• Review product technology requirements for capital investment projects.
• Lead raw material and packaging material substitution and improvement initiatives.
• Create, update, and maintain production routings (single and mass creation).
• Monitor and control routing changes and perform routing inquiries.
• Create and update production versions and maintain version accuracy.
• Record pilot production labor data and manage material issuance for pilot runs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety, and safety standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or production technology.
• Experience with NPD and pilot production management preferred.
• Strong analytical and process documentation skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MES systems and routing management preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Bilingual in English and Korean preferred.4+ years of experience in facility or equipment maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Able to read technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Korean preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS :
- Interest in cake manufacturing functions and production processes
- Ability to support quality improvement activities for cake products, including cream, and provide basic technical guidance on the production floor
- Basic understanding of general cake and bakery manufacturing processes
- Ability to check and follow work instructions, SOPs, and production conditions
- Ability to perform basic quality checks on batter condition, specific gravity, and baking condition preferred
- Ability to record production data and test results accurately
- Strong communication skills with production floor employees and related departments
- Basic Excel and documentation skills
- Willingness to identify root causes of product and equipment issues and support improvement activities
- English communication skills preferred, at a level suitable for communication in a U.S. manufacturing environment
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or production technology
- Experience with new product development and pilot production management
- Strong analytical and process documentation skills
- Proficiency with ERP/MES systems and production routing management
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Bilingual English and Korean proficiency
- At least 4 years of facility or equipment maintenance experience
- Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems
- Ability to read technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical work
- Interest in cake manufacturing functions and production processes
- Ability to support quality improvement activities for cake products and provide basic production-floor technical guidance
- Basic understanding of cake and bakery manufacturing processes
- Ability to follow work instructions, SOPs, and production conditions
- Ability to perform basic quality checks on batter condition, specific gravity, and baking conditions
- Ability to accurately record production data and test results
- Basic Excel and documentation skills
- Ability to identify root causes of product and equipment issues and support improvement activities
- English communication skills suitable for a U.S. manufacturing environment
What We Do
CJ group CULTURE - Creating culture is what CJ does best. CJ is at the forefront of spreading K-Culture, influencing lifestyles worldwide. Global - CJ strives to be the best lifestyle company, leading consumers worldwide to enjoy Korean movies, food, TV shows, and music in their daily lives. OnlyOne - CJ values being "first, best, and different" in all aspects. With the ONLYONE philosophy at heart, CJ continues to create innovative products, services, systems, and businesses. CheilJedang (CJ) began as a food manufacturing company within the Samsung Corporation Established in 1953. CJ Corporation since has developed its business portfolio into four core sectors – Food & Food Services, Bio & Pharmaceuticals, Entertainment & Media, and Shopping & Logistics. Creating products and services that promote a healthy, happy and convenient lifestyle, CJ has become one of Korea’s most innovative companies with $44billion in annual revenues and $2.2billion annual sales profit. CJ Foodville USA Since 2004, CJ Foodville USA has been creating a comfortable, relaxing, and family-friendly environment, where customers can feel the same way of enjoying a meal with their own family and neighbors. We emphasize on delivering a service where everyone is treated like a family member! CJ Foodville USA currently operates Tous les Jours, bakery franchise delivering healthy yet delicious freshly baked bread and cakes. TOUS les JOURS TOUS les JOURS is a French-Asian Bakery, meaning of ‘EVERYDAY’, serving a unique selection of bakery goods and beverages made with the highest quality ingredients. Beginning with its launch in the United States in 2004, it has established a reputable bakery café system in the United States, building on a brand image that is respected in Asian American communities and is expanding into other mainstream markets. For more information, please visit www.tljus.com
