About Mitsoh Mitsoh is building a new generation of clean-protein foods rooted in tradition and made for modern lifestyles. Our products are crafted with a focus on high-quality ingredients, nutritional integrity, and responsible sourcing. As a rapidly growing CPG food company, we operate with world-class manufacturing and food safety standards aligned with GFSI-recognized programs.

Position Overview Mitsoh is seeking a highly operational and strategic Director of Engineering &

- Continuous Improvement to help build the infrastructure, systems, and operational discipline required to scale Mitsoh into a world-class food manufacturing company.

The Director of Engineering &

- Continuous Improvement is responsible for leading Mitsoh’s engineering strategy, capital planning, operational efficiency initiatives, and continuous improvement programs across manufacturing and operations.

This role will partner closely with operations, quality, supply chain, finance, and leadership teams to improve throughput, reduce waste, increase equipment reliability, optimize labor efficiency, and support scalable manufacturing growth while maintaining GFSI-aligned standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering &

- Capital Projects Lead engineering strategy and infrastructure planning to support company growth and operational scalability

Manage capital projects including equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and facility improvements

Develop and manage capital expenditure budgets and project timelines

Work with vendors, contractors, and equipment manufacturers to execute projects efficiently and cost-effectively

Support facility expansion, production line optimization, and automation initiatives

Manufacturing Optimization Improve manufacturing throughput, efficiency, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to increase productivity and reduce downtime

Optimize plant layout, material flow, and production processes

Support labor efficiency improvements and operational standardization





Continuous Improvement Lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, warehousing, and operations

Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and root cause analysis methodologies where appropriate

Establish KPIs and operational reporting systems to drive accountability and performance improvement

Build a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organization

Maintenance &

- Reliability Develop preventive maintenance and equipment reliability programs

Improve maintenance planning, spare parts management, and equipment lifecycle strategies

Reduce unplanned downtime and improve production continuity

Support troubleshooting and corrective action processes for operational issues

Food Safety, Compliance &

- Quality Support Ensure engineering and operational systems support GFSI-recognized food safety standards such as SQF, BRCGS, or equivalent

Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements

Support audit readiness, corrective actions, and operational compliance initiatives

Ensure facilities and equipment meet CFIA and food manufacturing standards

Operational Data &

- Systems Develop operational dashboards and KPI reporting for production, maintenance, and efficiency metrics

Support ERP and manufacturing system integration projects

Improve data visibility and operational decision-making across manufacturing and supply chain operations

Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with supply chain, operations, finance, and commercial teams to align operational priorities with business growth objectives

Support production planning and capacity analysis initiatives

Lead external engineering and contractor relationships as required

Team Leadership &





- Development Build and lead engineering, maintenance, and continuous improvement capabilities within the organization

Develop operational SOPs, training systems, and standardized processes

Mentor team members and promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and operational excellence

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset

8+ years of engineering and operational leadership experience within a CPG food or beverage manufacturing environment

Experience working in GFSI-certified manufacturing facilities (SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, or equivalent)

Strong experience managing capital projects, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement programs

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, or related operational excellence methodologies

Strong understanding of food manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and production environments

Experience working with ERP systems, operational reporting tools, and manufacturing data systems

Core Competencies Manufacturing and process optimization

Capital project management

Continuous improvement leadership

Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence

Equipment reliability and maintenance systems

Cross-functional leadership and communication

Solid analytical and financial acumen

Operational scaling and systems thinking

Additional Information This role may require periodic travel to manufacturing facilities, co-manufacturers, suppliers, and operational partners.

Compensation Range: $125,000-$150,000 plus benefits.

What We’re Looking For Mitsoh is looking for a builder. The ideal candidate is highly operational, technically strong, and obsessed with improving systems, efficiency, and scalability. This leader will help create the operational foundation required to scale a modern food company while maintaining world-class food safety and manufacturing standards.

📌 CPG - Director of Engineering & Continuous Improvement (Edmonton)
🏢 Mitsoh
📍 Edmonton