At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into cutting-edge solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do. We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization. If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.OverviewPosition: Process / Manufacturing Innovation EngineerLocation: Dundalk, Ontario facilitySummary: Drive product and process innovation by identifying, designing, and implementing improvements to product development and manufacturing operations. Translate ideas into engineered roadmaps, financially sound business cases, and scalable production solutions to advance efficiency, sustainability, profitability, and continuous improvement across the plant.ResponsibilitiesProduct & Process Innovation: Ideate and brainstorm product and process innovations that enhance product quality, operational efficiency, sustainability, and profitability; design and engineer structured roadmaps for product innovation and continuous improvement initiatives; lead cross-functional collaboration to evaluate feasibility and implementation strategy; develop and test prototypes, conduct pilot trials,



and refine processes prior to commercialization.Engineering & Process Optimization: Oversee process design projects to ensure safe, efficient, and scalable production systems; design and configure manufacturing systems and equipment to reduce cost, improve sustainability, boost productivity, and enhance quality; evaluate existingprocesses and recommend data-driven improvements aligned with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles; ensure all innovation initiatives meet safety standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and internal quality benchmarks.Financial & Risk Analysis: Partner with Finance to conduct cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments for proposed innovations; develop ROI models to support capital investment and operational improvement decisions; assist in preparing departmental budgets and manage research and development expenditures within approved limits; support capital planning and project scheduling to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within budget.Metrics & Performance Tracking: Establish and monitor KPIs related to product innovation and process improvement; track productivity gains, cost savings, waste reduction, quality improvements,



and sustainability metrics; provide structured reporting and recommendations to plant leadership and senior management.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline).3–7 years of experience in manufacturing innovation, process engineering, continuous improvement, or product development (preferably within plastics, packaging, food & beverage, or recycling environments).Demonstrated experience in ROI modeling, financial justification, and cross-functional project leadership.Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, process optimization, and production system design.Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel (advanced level preferred).Experience managing prototypes, pilot runs, and commercialization projects is an asset.Core CompetenciesStrategic thinker with solid analytical capabilityInnovative and solutions-oriented mindsetFinancial acumen and business case development skillsProject management and execution disciplineStrong collaboration and communication skillsHigh attention to detail and safety orientationContinuous improvement mindsetCompensationSalary: $120-130K/year to startEEODiversityIce River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Process / Manufacturing Innovation Engineer - C$120,000 - C$130,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Ice River Sustainable Solutions
📍 Toronto