Facility Process Engineer

The Facilities Process Engineer is responsible for developing, configuring and optimizing industrial processes from inception through to start up and certification at our Central Facilities and for developing best practices to improve production rates. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the process design, operation and implementation of new and existing plant equipment.
• Improve industrial processes in order to maintain efficiency, reduce cost, improve sustainability and maximize profitability.
• Develop, configure and optimize industrial processes from inception through to start up and certification.
• Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes and perform risk assessments.
• Develop best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.
• Assess, report on, promote and carry out process improvements initiatives, specifically with regard to machine and/or system reliability and improved performance. This includes analyzing data, conducting risk assessments and monitoring processes to collect data and make recommendations.
• Update maintenance and equipment parts records using a computerized maintenance management system (iMaint).
• Liaise with service providers, technicians and equipment manufacturers for support on commissioning, repairs and upgrades.
• Develop and implement Food Safety and quality control measures, conduct risk assessments, and monitor processes to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Research and make equipment selection recommendations for process improvement.
• Install and commission new equipment and develop preventative maintenance procedures as required.
• Collaborate with several cross-functional teams internally and externally for the viable production of products and process.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Direct and lead contractors as required.
• Maintain files and records of jobs performed and equipment condition as required.
• Maintain files, records, line diagrams, etc. of electrical and instrumentation equipment and installations.
• Adhere to and fully participate in the company's Health & Safety, Environmental and Management system.
• Perform emergency response as required.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.