Process Engineer at BrightFarms improving greenhouse workflows in agriculture sector. Analyzing operations and providing Lean coaching to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Responsibilities
Analyze and improve greenhouse workflows, including packaging, planting, harvesting, irrigation and climate control through leading cross-functional Kaizen events and Root Cause Analysis sessions to identify and mitigate operational risks
Work side by side with operators daily and quickly learning facility specific equipment to become an expert ready to develop SOPs, mentor other technical teams, train hourly and technical teams
Work directly with Greenhouse staff to understand operational challenges and implement practical, employee-engaged solutions while providing coaching on Lean principles, Six Sigma methods, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPC, DOE, regression modeling)
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers and vendors to design and implement process improvements and automation solutions
Collect and interpret operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
Lead and support process improvement and capital projects from concept through implementation, including timeline, budget, ROI and resource planning
Partner with HSE and FSQ teams on people safety, environmental and food compliance. Ensure all process changes comply with safety standards, environmental regulations, and company policies
Maintain accurate records of process changes, performance metrics, and improvement outcomes
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Process, Production, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or related) or equivalent experience
3–5 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in agriculture, horticulture, food production, or manufacturing
Must be flexible to work on day or night shift depending on site needs
Expertise in data analytics tools (Excel, Minitab, Tableau, etc.) and experience with ERP/MES systems
Knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA) and control strategy development
Demonstrated success leading cost savings initiatives, product launches, or system redesigns
Excellent communication, mentorship, and stakeholder alignment skills.
Benefits
BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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