Process Control Manager (Food Manufacturing)
Title: Process Control Manager (Food Manufacturing)
Location: BUILT Brands Onsite in American Fork, Utah
Shift: Day 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Reports to: VP of Warehouse and Logistics
Position Summary
The Process Control Manager is responsible for the development, standardization, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across the facility. This role focuses on optimizing production workflows, ensuring consistency in product quality, and driving operational efficiency through strong process governance and data-driven decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Process Development & Optimization
Design, develop, and document standardized manufacturing processes across production lines
Establish process parameters, controls, and specifications to ensure consistent product quality
Lead process validation efforts for new products, formulations, and production methods
Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance throughput, yield, and cost performance
Process Governance & Control
Develop and maintain process control plans, SOPs, and work instructions
Monitor adherence to defined processes and drive accountability across production teams
Implement and manage process performance metrics (KPIs) such as yield, waste, downtime, and variability
Support Quality Assurance team to ensure processes meet food safety, regulatory, and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, FDA, USDA, SQF)
Continuous Improvement
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for process enhancement
Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving related to process variability and performance issues
Drive standardization and best-practice sharing across departments or facilities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Operations, Quality, R&D, and Supply Chain teams to ensure process alignment
Support new product commercialization by defining scalable and repeatable processes
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams as needed—but without direct ownership of equipment design or modification
Training & Capability Building
Train production supervisors and operators on process standards and control methods
Develop tools, documentation, and visual aids to reinforce process consistency
Foster a culture of process discipline and continuous improvement throughout the organization
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree
5–10+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with strong emphasis on process development and optimization
6 Sigma Certification, or proven experience with process control, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Skills & Competencies
Deep understanding of food manufacturing processes and quality systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data to drive decisions
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance standards (HACCP, SQF, etc.)
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive cultural change
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Process consistency and variability reduction
Yield improvement and waste reduction
Throughput and efficiency gains
SOP compliance and audit readiness
Continuous improvement project impact (cost savings, productivity)
Work Environment
Manufacturing plant environment with regular floor presence
Combination of hands-on production support and strategic process development work
About BUILT Brands
BUILT Bar is truly a standout among protein bars. With its exceptional nutritional profile and so many delicious flavors, BUILT Bar is the favorite protein bar of many discerning snackers, fitness trainers and fitness enthusiasts alike.