Mallot Creek Group Inc. is truly a one-stop-shop where strategic business and engineering expertise accomplish all our client's needs. Our projects, reports, and recommendations are based on a genuine understanding of operational issues and are executable and results oriented. We are one of the leading firms in Canada, providing strategies and solutions to Clients throughout North America.
We provide a cohesive atmosphere and a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you are looking for an opportunity that continually presents new challenges and rewards, we want to meet you!
Our salaries are competitive within the industry, and we reward hard work! We offer shared-cost extended health and dental benefits, vision and wellness credits, continuing education reimbursement, access to mental and physical health supports, and an industry leading RRSP employer matching plan. Not to mention, our office is in one of the most beautiful villages in Ontario!
Summary
THIS IS A PERFECT ROLE FOR NEW GRADS !
Reporting to the Director of Process Improvement, the Process Improvement Specialist will work directly with many major food processing clients. They will provide our clients with process planning, design and implementation services for their various capital projects, and will be tasked with managing the relationship between the client and Mallot Creek’s internal resources. Always maintaining a positive working relationship between all business units as well as budget and timelines, this highly developed individual has an understanding of the latest technologies, techniques in the food and beverage industry, and is supportive for research, proposal and report writing related initiatives in our ongoing project work.
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate both in writing and verbally in a professional manner with clients, suppliers, project managers and other parties to effectively implement change.
- Stay current on new technologies in food processing and a desire to maintain and expand this knowledge to best serve the interests of our clients.
- Identify opportunities and effectively analyze production areas and gather sufficient information to quantitatively justify changes or improvements.
- Track, monitor, and trend performance using metrics and key performance indicators.
- Attend on-site analysis and client meetings at various locations.
- Ability to work in a variety of food manufacturing environments including meat processing plants, bakeries, etc.
- Ability to work autonomously and comfortable voicing opinions in a team environment.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Skilled technically with working knowledge of process machines and integration.
- Persuasive presentation skills.
- Compelling written communication skills and experience writing effective reports and proposals.
- General understanding of basic food safety principles.
- Effective time management and project management skills to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
- A valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and a willingness to travel occasionally, including out of province.
Education and Experience
- Completion of a College or University diploma or degree in Food Sciences, Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in food manufacturing or process improvement.
- MS Office Suite - Word (Intermediate), Excel (Advanced including functions such as pivot tables/charts, vlookup, and statistical functions), Power Point (Intermediate), Visio (Intermediate).
- Familiarity of the Agri-food, beverage, and/or pharmaceutical industries.
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma improvement tools and methodologies.
- Experience using Auto CAD or similar software to view and edit plant layouts.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Initiative and judgment in applying standard procedures as well as problem solving.
- Ability to deal with multiple tasks and conflicting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong customer service skills including presenting ideas and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in performing key responsibilities with minimal direction and oversight.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient working in a high‐performance environment, dealing with customers in a professional manner, and willingness to travel primarily within Ontario if required for projects.
- Willingness to learn and train those in need.
Mallot Creek Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Mallot Creek Group Inc. will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please advise Human Resources of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person