Schwan Food Co

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Schwan Food Co$75K — $125K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred
  • Proficient in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
  • Understanding of industrial processes and basic statistical methods
  • Strong skills in managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams for improvement initiatives
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Collaborate with GSC teams to implement process and capacity improvements
  • Coach employees on continuous improvement principles and tools
  • Facilitate cross-functional team improvement events
  • Analyze operations to pinpoint areas for enhancement
  • Implement change management strategies for successful initiatives
  • Utilize data analytics to monitor performance and support goals
  • Manage project scope, progress, and communication effectively

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Time off programs
  • Retirement and financial offerings
  • Annual performance-based incentive bonus
  • Support for overall employee well-being
Full Job Description
Our brand-new, 360,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD is taking shape-and this is your chance to help build it from the ground up. We're seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive both people and process excellence, partnering with plant leadership to strengthen training, close skill gaps, and elevate performance. In this role, you'll play a key part in developing our team, improving operations, and ensuring employees have the tools and confidence to succeed from day one.

What You Will Do:
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to eliminate waste and increase efficiency
• Partner with GSC teams to develop, enhance, and implement processes and capacity improvements
• Coach and train employees on continuous improvement principles and tools
• Facilitate improvement events and cross-functional teams
• Analyze operations to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and capacity
• Apply change management strategies to drive successful implementation
• Utilize data and analytics to track performance and support business initiatives
• Manage projects by defining scope, tracking progress, resolving issues, and communicating results

What We Look For:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
• Understanding of industrial processes, control systems, and basic statistical methods
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving improvement initiatives
• Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
• • Self-directed with the ability to work independently and leverage resources effectively
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement teams.
• Effective communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer:
The base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $125,000 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus; that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography, etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

About Schwan Food Co

The Schwan Food Company is a privately held company that manufactures and markets frozen foods. The company sells frozen foods from home delivery trucks, in grocery store freezers, by mail, and to the food service industry. The company produces, markets, and distributes products developed under brands such as Red Baron, Freschetta, Tony's, Mrs. Smith's, Edwards, Pagoda Express, and Larry's. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Marshall, Minnesota.
Learn more about Schwan Food Co
Size
12,000 employees
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Founded
1952

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