Sigmar is seeking a Lead Process Engineer to drive improvements in production efficiency, capital projects, and maintenance operations at our clients high-volume meat packing facility. The role also involves preparing the site for regulatory changes, including the 2030 F-gas refrigeration compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Improve efficiency across packaging lines by:
* Reducing downtime
* Increasing yield through better use of primal cuts
* Implement automation technologies (e.g. vision inspection, auto-loading)
* Monitor and report on KPIs including:
-OEE
-Waste reduction (target <0.7%)
-Energy consumption
* Lead capital projects, including:
-Refrigeration system replacement for 2030 F-gas compliance
-Vendor selection, budgeting, and phased rollout
-Managing vendor relationships
* Support a 5-year asset replacement strategy (e.g. mincers, sealers, thermoformers)
* Minimise production disruption (20M+ packs/year) during equipment upgrades
* Manage Maintenance Manager and team of 5 FTEs to:
* Deliver preventative maintenance on key assets
* Resolve breakdowns within 1 hour
* Build a skills matrix and training plan for the team
* Experience:
* 7+ years in food manufacturing engineering
* 3+ years in meat or poultry processing
* Proven track record leading €1M+ CAPEX projects
* Knowledge of refrigeration systems (F-gas, ammonia, CO₂)
Technical Skills:
* Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred)
* AutoCAD or SolidWorks proficiency
Personal Qualities
* Strategic thinker with long-term planning ability
* Strong communicator who can influence across departments
* Practical and hands-on, comfortable on the factory floor