This is more than a job, it is the opportunity to make a greater impact on yourself, others and the planet!

By joining Nortera, the world leader in ready-to-use plant-based food, you are deciding to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet.

We strongly believe vegetable food is THE solution to bring well-being through food to the nearly 9 billion inhabitants of our planet while preserving its resources.

The size of our company gives all employees the opportunity to grow, gain autonomy and be in charge of their projects.

WHY CHOOSE NORTERA?

• Competitive salary and Annual bonus program
• Group Health Insurance program w/HSA or FSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Several Supplemental Insurance options
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Physical reimbursement program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Participation in a volunteer day
• Referral program
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Activities where we serve our communities
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company

You'll invest the majority of your time in these key areas:

• Assist with the preparation of the capital yearly budget. Prepare and manage the adequate implementation of engineering projects. Update and control the spending track file for each specific project and assure the budget is respected. Design projects related to vegetable processing and packaging, including improvement of existing equipment and installation of new machinery.
• Control the day-to-day tasks done by contractors working on projects under his direct responsibility. Verify that appropriate work orders and sign-off sheets for each contractor are in order and available for control and validation
• Apply the principles of mass balance and perform line time studies to plant processes to assure the KPI (Key Performance Indicators) are aligned to the targets, including gathering samples from the process, measuring, and analyzing data using electronic tools.
• Suggest technical and operational improvements related to the mass balance and line time study analyses
• Analyze data from quality control department to identify improvement opportunities
• Write standard operating procedures and visual work instructions related to new projects and operational improvements.
• Give support to Production Supervisors and Production Manager with the creation and update of the SOPs for better process control.
• Assist improvements for the database that already exists. Create KPIs and improve process control reports.
• Lead the blanching studies for each crop to validate thermal processing
• Lead the cob saw and corn cutter studies to measure performance and increase the recovery and productivity.
• Responsible for the health & safety management system to achieve established goals and provide a safe, efficient environment for all employees.

You will bring the following to the business:

• Six sigma or other lean manufacturing experience.
• Project management and Process control experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a concentration in industrial, mechanical, food processing, or chemical engineering

Your profile:

• A forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset to plan and create innovative campaigns
• A proactive, self-starter approach with the ability to take initiatives and run with projects independently, working with discretion and under pressure as needed
• A positive, energetic attitude and natural leadership qualities
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

If you see yourself fitting into this job and our culture, we want to meet you!

At Nortera, diversity is a treasure that we cultivate!

Join us!

Nortera Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. EOE. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department via phone at 585-434-0399.