At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith's®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.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 efficiencyPartner with GSC teams to develop, enhance, and implement processes and capacity improvementsCoach and train employees on continuous improvement principles and toolsFacilitate improvement events and cross‑functional teamsAnalyze operations to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and capacityApply change management strategies to drive successful implementationUtilize data and analytics to track performance and support business initiativesManage projects by defining scope, tracking progress, resolving issues, and communicating resultsWhat We Look For:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experienceLean / Six Sigma certification preferredProficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project)Understanding of industrial processes, control systems, and basic statistical methodsAbility to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver resultsExperience leading cross‑functional teams and driving improvement initiativesStrong communication, facilitation, and problem‑solving skillsSelf‑directed with the ability to work independently and leverage resources effectivelyAbility to lead cross‑functional improvement teamsWhat 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.CJ Schwan's and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation request assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr