Engineer, Industrial

Engineer, Industrial

About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change. 

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate. 

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members. 

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

Position Overview: 
The Industrial Engineer is responsible for driving improvements in throughput, quality, safety, and cost performance across Monogram Foods’ operations while ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. This role analyzes production processes, identifies opportunities for improvement, and implements solutions using Lean, Six Sigma, and other engineering methodologies. The position requires a balance of hands-on problem solving and data-driven analysis, with accountability for optimizing labor efficiency, equipment utilization, and resource allocation. Success in this role depends on the ability to deliver sustainable process improvements, support cost and margin objectives, and collaborate effectively across Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Procurement, and R&D teams in a high-volume food manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct time-and-motion studies, workflow analysis, and line balancing to improve labor efficiency.
• Develop and maintain labor standards using simulation tools and process mapping.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to reduce waste and streamline production.
• Standardize work methods and maintain updated process documentation.
• Partner with Finance to track and validate cost savings from implemented projects.
• Monitor and reduce production costs through improved yields, reduced waste, and better asset utilization.
• Support new product launches with cost modeling, labor planning, and process integration.
• Design and modify facility layouts to improve material flow, ergonomics, and safety.
• Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to support production growth and scalability.
• Provide engineering input into capital projects, including equipment selection and commissioning.
• Ensure process changes comply with FDA, USDA, GFSI, and customer-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to validate new processes for food safety and quality.
• Support internal and external audits by providing process documentation and technical expertise.
• Work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Procurement, and R&D to deliver feasible and sustainable solutions.
• Lead or participate in Kaizen events and train production teams in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Build and manage dashboards and KPIs (e.g., throughput per labor hour, cost per unit) to provide actionable insights for leadership.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
 

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field required.
• 3–5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; food & beverage industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
• Experience with labor optimization, process improvement, and throughput enhancement.

Competencies and Skills:

• Skilled in conducting time studies, process mapping, and simulation.
• Proficient with data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with ability to collaborate across functions.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes, sanitation, and regulatory standards preferred.
• Ability to drive measurable improvements in performance, cost, and quality.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

• Primary work occurs in a food manufacturing facility with exposure to production lines, machinery, and raw materials.
• Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety rules, and safety protocols required.
• Use of PPE, including hairnets, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toe footwear, is mandatory on the production floor.
• Occasional office-based work required for data analysis, documentation, and collaboration.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.
• Regular exposure to production floor conditions, including noise and temperature variation

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.