Operations Excellence Engineer

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In 2014, while trying to find the perfect dessert to go with dinner, French pastry chef Maxime realized something was missing in his local grocery store : Pot de crème! As a fan of all things sweet, Maxime decided to address this craving by founding Petit Pot in San Francisco to bring not only pot de crème but a portfolio of delicious desserts to satisfy any American sweet tooth. He combined his knowledge of traditional French pastries with modern California culinary flourishes to produce authentic French desserts the way they’re meant to be enjoyed : with a smile!

Eight years later, Petit Pot is now the fastest-growing brand of premium, organic refrigerated desserts in the U.S. Its pot de crème, riz au lait and plant-based desserts are made with fresh, simple and organic ingredients that are perfectly portioned in petite glass jars. Based in Emeryville, California, the company produces and markets products at major brick & mortar and e-commerce retailers across the U.S., including Whole Foods Market, Sprouts, Publix, Costco, Amazon Fresh and Imperfect Foods.

POSITION SUMMARY

Petit Pot is expanding its operational capabilities and is seeking an Operations Excellence Engineer to support the growth, structure, and maturity of our manufacturing plant.

This role strengthens plant-wide safety, process discipline, project management, and continuous improvement, without duplicating or replacing the responsibilities of Production, Maintenance, QA, R&D, or S&OP managers.

You will work cross-functionally to make the plant safer, more efficient, and more structured. You will lead improvement projects, reinforce safety programs, develop standards, and help build the systems the plant needs as Petit Pot scales.

The ideal candidate has :

• Hands‑on food manufacturing experience
• Structured problem‑solving and project management skills
• Experience from an organized or corporate group with the agility of an entrepreneurial mindset

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plant Safety & Environmental Programs

2. Operational Excellence & Standardization

3. Cross‑Functional Project Management

4. Team Capability Building

What You Bring

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Regularly required to sit, use a computer, and communicate with cross-functional teams. Regularly visit the production or warehouse areas. Must be able to analyze data and reports, present findings clearly, and make data‑driven decisions. May be required to work beyond normal business hours to meet planning cycle deadlines or during periods of peak demand.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employment & B Corp Commitment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability (mental or physical), national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

As a Certified B Corporation, we are committed to using our business as a force for good. We balance purpose and profit by considering the impact of our decisions on our workers, customers, community, and the environment. We believe in building a workplace where all voices are heard, diversity is celebrated, and everyone can grow and thrive.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the organization.

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