About Divert

Divert, Inc. is an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™. The company creates advanced technologies and sustainable infrastructure to prevent wasted food, driving social and environmental impact.

Today, the U.S. alone generates more than 100 million tons of wasted food annually, with over 50% going to landfills or incinerators. What’s more, wasted food contributes 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Divert is tackling these crises head on, delivering immense progress towards eliminating wasted food through its unique solutions – from converting wasted food into renewable fuels to feeding those in need.

Divert works with the top retailers in the industry, including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, CVS, Kroger, Target, and others, and nearly 5,400 retail stores across the U.S., providing technology, logistics, and anaerobic digestion facilities to help retailers reach their sustainability goals. The company processes more than 232,000 tons of wasted food a year and, through its collaboration with some of the nation’s largest food retailers and relationships with local food banks and nonprofits, Divert has facilitated the donation of more than 10 million pounds of food to people, rather than going to waste.

What you’ll do:

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and driving process improvement initiatives within the company. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement, develop plans to implement changes, and measure the impact of these changes.

Location: this position will be hybrid (office and remote). The person in this position will be required to live a commutable distance from one of these east coast facilities - Winston Salem, NC area (Lexington/Charlotte) or Mechanicsburg, PA area (York / Harrisburg)

Travel: approximately 30% as required throughout the US annually

Responsibilities:

• Must be skilled in analyzing data to identify trends and patterns that indicate areas for improvement.
• Statistically compare results of process changes to established baselines to determine benefits.
• Create reports that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in existing processes and create plans to implement changes that will increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Train and coach plant teams on new processes and procedures. This includes creating training materials, conducting training sessions, and providing ongoing support to ensure that new processes are fully implemented.
• Work collaboratively with teams from different departments and functions to implement process improvements. This includes coordinating meetings, delegating tasks, and communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Lead by example and drive a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. This includes promoting the use of data to inform decision-making, encouraging collaboration and innovation, and celebrating successes.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably mechanical, electrical, industrial, or chemical engineering OR at least 3 years experience in process improvement, specifically hands on in a manufacturing or production environment required
• Experience with data analysis and statistical software such as Minitab
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma tools to include:
  • DMAIC methodology
  • Problem solving techniques (5-Why, Fishbone, etc)
  • Standard Work and time studies
  • 5S
  • Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)
  • Poka-yoke
  • Line balancing or work leveling
• Experience with hypothesis testing and statistical analysis to include:
  • t-tests and ANOVA
  • Process Capability Analysis
  • Confidence Intervals
  • Linear regression analysis
  • Control Charts and Statistical process control
• Has Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
• Proven experience in designing experiments (DOE)

What’s in it for you?

• Compensation range: $75,000 - $90,000 / Year
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization

Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.