Process Project Manager

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics - by Clariant; Quebec; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas Meyer Cosmetics - by Clariant is seeking a Process Project Manager to drive the industrialization of new references and optimization of production processes across North America. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and execution of process improvements to support the company’s industrial strategy.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Engineering (or an advanced PhD) with at least 7 years in an industrial North American setting (food, pharma, or cosmetic

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or PhD preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in an industrial company in North America (food, pharmaceutical or cosmetic ingredients).
• Fluency in English and French.
• Strong technical expertise and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Industrialize new references and identify tools, subcontractors, standards and certifications.
• Develop processes from pilot stage through to industrial stage.
• Establish industrial cost pricing in line with the business plan.
• Write technical terms and references.
• Lead scale-ups, process changes, risk analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise testing phases and document production developments.
• Harmonize processes across territories and develop contingency plans.
• Conduct technological monitoring and evaluate new processes for raw materials.

Skills

English

French

Teamwork

Communication

Engineering mindset

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD (advanced)

Job description

French Job Advertisement

Job Id: 41655 | Location: All, Quebec, Canada | Work Model: Onsite

At Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, we turn scientific innovation into breakthrough beauty solutions. As Process Project Manager, you will drive the industrialization of new references and optimize our production processes across North America — playing a key role in shaping the future of our industrial strategy. Join a team where your technical expertise directly fuels innovation, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported within a global, passionate, and collaborative organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to industrialize new references, including identifying tools, subcontractors, standards, and certifications
• Develop processes from pilot stage through to industrial stage
• Establish industrial cost pricing in line with the business plan
• Write technical terms and references
• Anticipate and organize scale-ups, process changes, risk analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Supervise testing phases and process development, ensuring documentation is kept up to date
• Collaborate across territories to harmonize processes and establish contingency plans
• Conduct technological monitoring and evaluate new processes for existing or future raw materials
• Identify technical-economic solutions to optimize production costs

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree, preferably in Engineering, or an advanced PhD is preferred, along with a minimum of 7 years of experience in an industrial company in North America (food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic ingredient industries)
• Proficient technical expertise and passion for the field
• Versatile engineering mindset with excellent teamwork abilities
• This role requires you to interact with clients, executives, and colleagues in Quebec and other countries who may not speak French; Fluency in English and French is required

French Job Advertisement

Objectif du poste : Chez Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, nous transformons l'innovation scientifique en solutions de beauté révolutionnaires. En tant que Chef de Projet Process, vous piloterez l'industrialisation de nouvelles références et optimiserez nos processus de production en Amérique du Nord — jouant un rôle clé dans l'avenir de notre stratégie industrielle. Rejoignez une équipe où votre expertise technique alimente directement l'innovation, où vos idées sont valorisées et où votre développement est soutenu au sein d'une organisation mondiale, passionnée et collaborative.

Responsabilités

• Collaborer avec les différents départements pour industrialiser de nouvelles références, notamment en identifiant les outils, sous-traitants, normes et certifications nécessaires
• Développer les processus depuis la phase pilote jusqu'à la phase industrielle
• Établir les prix de revient industriels conformément au plan d'affaires
• Rédiger les cahiers des charges techniques
• Anticiper et organiser les montées en échelle, les changements de procédés, les analyses de risques et les initiatives d'amélioration continue
• Superviser les phases de test et le développement des processus, en veillant à la mise à jour de la documentation correspondante
• Collaborer avec les différents territoires afin d'harmoniser les processus et d'établir des plans de contingence
• Assurer la veille technologique et évaluer les nouveaux procédés pour les matières premières existantes ou futures
• Rechercher des solutions technico-économiques afin d'optimiser les coûts de production

Exigences

• Le candidat idéal possèdera un Master, de préférence en Ingénierie, ou un doctorat avancé serait un atout, ainsi qu'un minimum de 7 ans d'expérience dans une entreprise industrielle en Amérique du Nord (industries alimentaire, pharmaceutique ou des ingrédients cosmétiques)
• Solide expertise technique et passion pour le domaine
• Esprit d'ingénierie polyvalent et excellent esprit d'équipe
• Ce rôle exige que vous interagissiez avec des clients, des dirigeants et des collègues au Québec et dans d'autres pays qui ne parlent peut-être pas français ; la maîtrise du français et de l'anglais est requise

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success.

We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.

Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation.

We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities.

Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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