Process Engineer

Company Overview

Who is Costa Farms? We’re one of the world’s largest horticultural growers—but without an ego to match our acreage. Our headquarters are in Miami, Florida, where we were founded in 1961. Costa Farms started on just 30 acres, and over the last 60 years, we’ve grown to more than 5,000 acres around the world.

We have farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, and the Dominican Republic, plus an office in China. Costa Farms now employs nearly 6,000 people: engineers, marketers, accountants/analysts, human resources professionals, and of course, growers and plant scientists!

Here at Costa Farms, we live by the values of H3: being Humble, staying Hungry, and always Hustling. The team rallies to the mission of being a lean, green, growing machine dedicated to enriching the world by bringing plants into everyone’s life.

True to that mission, we grow more than 1,500 plant varieties. Driven by the spirit of innovation, the team is always testing new plants and developing new solutions to make it easier for retailers and plant parents to enjoy plants. We’re also continuously testing different ways of growing our plants to increase quality and improve their ecological footprint as one aspect of our many sustainability efforts.

We cultivate plants, as well as a winning culture. Join the team, and you’ll find opportunities to learn and grow. You’ll collaborate with other driven, determined people who together keep Costa Farms an industry leader. You’ll support and be supported by a team that cares about each other, our customers, our consumers, and our community.

You’ll also find right away that Costa Farms is committed to providing a diverse environment. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, military status, marital status or veteran status, or any other group status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Description

The Process Engineer is responsible for leading the optimization and implementation of projects designed to increase productivity and effectiveness. The successful candidate will be able to enhance business processes to maintain efficiency, reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and maximize profitability.

Developing best practices and fostering sustainable cultural change. This position will be exposed to all areas of our business and manufacturing operations.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Optimize and document manufacturing processes through the entire supply chain. These business processes include procurement to payables, production operations, inventory management, and shipping
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers.
• Interact with supervisors and workers to explore initiatives, ideas, and order progress.
• Develop innovative solutions.
• Research and purchase new manufacturing technology. Prepare samples for study.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Develop best practices to deliver process documentation using appropriate tools (web apps, apps, MS Tools, or through integration with ERP, etc.) Ensure that process documentation is user-friendly and accessible in English and Spanish.
• Support shipping operations on/off-season to ensure order completion
• Evaluate and improve processes in manufacturing systems.
• Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of the production process.
• Work with equipment designers and manufacturing officers to develop a cost-effective and working production process.
• Ensure projects are completed on time. Ensure financial budgets are followed.
• Collect, record, and transcribe data.
• Work with the compliance team to ensure business processes are being adhered to. Manage cost and time constraints
• Perform risk assessments

Additional Responsibilities

• Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs (including but not limited to seasonal demand and additional hours outside of the regular work schedule).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information or help as required.
• Perform additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a specialization in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in process improvement and project management is a plus.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods /procedures/ quality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. (Excel, Visio, Power BI)
• Experience in process simulation
• Working knowledge of process engineering software packages
• Ability to present technical information using CAD, CAD/CAM Circuit Design
• Bilingual (English – Spanish) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences.

Physical Demands

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects,
• Bending, reaching, stretching, standing, & walking in various settings or environments.

Work Environment:The role involves utilizing standard office equipment, such as computers, monitors, keyboards, mice, telephones, and other essential digital tools required for daily tasks.

• Must be able to work in and around various settings, including office and outdoor agricultural facilities. Indoor duties may involve using computers and standard office equipment. Outdoor duties include work outdoors in fluctuating weather conditions, including exposure to sunlight, rain, wind, and temperature changes (hot, cold, rainy, windy). Tasks often involve manual labor or physical effort.
• The position also requires direct contact with various plants, soil, and shipping materials and exposure to various dust, noise, and weather conditions.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to employees.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Superior organizational, self-motivation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities. Capable of identifying problems, evaluating options, and implementing practical solutions.
• Effective time management skills to complete tasks within deadlines and maintain productivity.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules as needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Tech Savvy
• Cultivate Innovation

All applicants must be work-authorized.

Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position.

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Here at Costa Farms, we're proud to offer not only a competitive wage, but also some really great benefits:

• Company 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care
• Telehealth - Medical and Mental Health Care
• Medical Insurance
• GAP Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
• Legal/ID Theft Protection plans
• Professional development opportunities
• Challenging and exciting work environment
• Costa Farms Scholarship
• Employee discounts on plants

Costa Farms headquarters also has

• On-site gym with showers
• Subsidized on-site cafeteria, a quiet room, and indoor games
• Love Where You Work activities throughout the year