Project Engineer

Based just outside Boulder, Colorado, Fresca Foods has supported the growth of the thriving natural foods industry for
the last twenty years. Fresca is a manufacturing, supply chain and innovation partner for some of the world’s largest
food companies, as well as some of the world’s most vibrant entrepreneurs. We are on a mission to transform the food
system by improving how food is sourced, made, and delivered to consumers.

Safety is our first priority, and our commitment to excellence, our passionate and talented team, and our creativity and
flexibility have made Fresca a recognized leader and employer of choice. Fresca has been recognized as a Top 50
Employer in Boulder County, Colorado Manufacturer of the Year, NEXTY Award Winner, and winner for Outstanding
Innovation. Fresca is also a leader in community service. We consistently receive high marks in ethical audits and give
our time and resources to community organizations such as Community Food Share, Food Bank of the Rockies, and
EFAA. Fresca has the fast-paced, high-growth, and creative energy of a start-up along with the longevity, growth
opportunities, and scale of a larger company. The energy of our team is infectious, the work is challenging, and the
opportunities for growth are abundant. The next ten years will be even more exciting than the last ten, and we are
excited to welcome new highly motivated and talented team members to our family. The position will be part of a team
that is deeply committed to the mission and the joy of great food. The company is in growth mode and will highly value
applicants with the desire, drive, collaboration, and creativity to help shape the future of the company.

Position Overview
The Project Engineer is responsible for development and improvement in manufacturing processes.

Essential Functions
➢ Gathers information to evaluate current work processes in order to determine the flow of work, time requirements,
costs, and duration
➢ Develops strategies and programs that improve the productivity and efficiency of the various work processes of the
company
➢ Applies various industrial engineering problem solving and productivity techniques to evaluate the improvement of
and recommend strategies and programs
➢ Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes/progress, completes projects on time/in
budget
➢ Instructs others in continuous process improvements
➢ Develops programs to incorporate employee suggestions and actions related to process improvement
➢ Facilitates employee teams to build cohesiveness and improve the overall results of the respective teams’ tasks
➢ Implements creative ideas in the process of manufacturing and understanding the technicalities related to the
products
➢ Improves the manufacturing process by implementing engineering concepts and optimizing the production of the
products
➢ Configures the products and provides product specifications to the teams involved in documentation to help
prepare guides and manuals
➢ Evaluates and identifies equipment required for the manufacturing process aligned with necessary and required
safety protocols
➢ Works with equipment vendors and facilities modifications to install new equipment that meet expectations of
throughput, quality, and employee safety
➢ Works closely with production team to help them understand the technical concepts that should be looked after
during the manufacturing process of the products
➢ Works closely with the quality assurance team to ensure products meet quality goals
➢ Responsible for maintaining a food safe work environment and in the event it is perceived that it is compromised,
action is to be taken which includes stopping the process and notifying the production supervisor, assistant
supervisor, or lead on duty
➢ Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Skills & Knowledge

➢ Engineering Degree (mechanical, chemical, process, industrial, etc.)
➢ Demonstrable proficiency in CAD software is needed
➢ Three plus years of related work experience
➢ Experience in food processing a plus
➢ Ability to generate creative solutions
➢ Ability to use modern technology in the manufacturing process
➢ Exceptional communication skills
➢ Ability to prioritize tasks in order to meet expected goals with stated timeframes
➢ Strong leadership and ability to make critical decisions and utilize cost effective methods in manufacturing processes
➢ Ability to translate concepts and information into images and use feedback to modify designs
➢ High level of detail orientation
➢ Ability to work in a hands on environment
➢ Strong project management skills
➢ Demonstrated strong project management skills
➢ Ability to present and explain projects to executive team
➢ Ability to create and manage full project budgets

Work Environment
➢ Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
➢ Able to work in both hot/warm conditions
➢ Comfortable with a moderate noise level
➢ Able to work in an environment with peanuts and tree nuts

Compensation & Benefits

➢ $80,000-$85,000 per year, DOE
➢ Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO,
paid holidays, life insurance and short term disability insurance, bonuses
To Apply
➢ Send your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to apply@frescafoodsinc.com

At Fresca, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our
employees, our products and our community. Fresca Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is
committed to equal consideration regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious
affiliation. In addition, Fresca Foods is committed to equal pay for equal work. The pay range indicated in this job posting
represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Although actual pay may vary and may be above or
below this range, generally speaking, offers will typically be made in the bottom half of the listed range. The amount
offered will take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work
location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including
seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment.

Please, no third party inquiries.