About the role
Title: Process Engineering Manager
Department: Process Engineering
Reports To: Director of Process Engineering
Who We Are
Thistle makes it easy to eat well – without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We’re building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.
About the Role
The Process Engineering Manager leads day-to-day process engineering and capacity planning at a single Thistle distribution center. This role translates standards used across distribution centers into site-specific work instructions, training, and continuous improvement projects. The Manager analyzes current capacity, forecasts demand, identifies potential bottlenecks, and plans for future labor, equipment, and space needs to support reliable operations and efficient resource use.