Process and Project Engineer

Kerry; Menstrie; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry in Menstrie, a large fermentation facility, is hiring a Process & Project Engineer to optimise key unit operations and drive capital projects. You will work on NPI, yield improvements and cross-functional initiatives with operators and contractors.

The role is on-site, Monday to Friday, with a focus on safety, quality and timely delivery of projects within budget. Relevant engineering degree and process experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Process/Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in Process Engineering is essential; project experience is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a complex environment.
• Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• Proficient with MS Office and good document control.

Responsibilities

• Support Operator capability building through SOP creation, training and knowledge sharing.
• Troubleshoot critical site concerns using process SME knowledge.
• Create investment proposals with descriptions, cost estimates and timetables.
• Develop and deliver multiple capital projects simultaneously.
• Create project plans and coordinate resources to meet milestones.
• Manage contractors and support safe systems of work.
• Improve and develop project engineering procedures.

Skills

Process Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Data analysis

Strong communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Document management

Education

Engineering degree (Process/Manufacturing)

Job description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Requisition ID 65109

Position Type FT Permanent

Workplace Arrangement

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Process & Project Engineer to join the team at our unique site in Menstrie, a large fermentation facility with hundreds of unit operations and SKU’s.

You will be looking after operations on site alongside 4 others within the Process Team. Focusing on Process Optimisation (OEE Improvement, Yield Improvement, NPI) of key site unit operations which include - solid-Liq Extraction; Evaporation; Centrifuge Separation; Reaction; Spray Drying, CIP etc.

This is a Monday – Friday role, based on site full time.

What you'll be doing

• Support Operator capability building, through process cross functional SOP creation, training and knowledge sharing.
• Utilise process SME knowledge to own and support troubleshooting of critical site concerns.
• Create investment proposals, including detailed descriptions, cost estimates, savings and timetables.
• Developing & delivering multiple capital projects simultaneously.
• Creates Project Plans and harnesses resources to ensure project milestones are met within expectations of timeline, quality and budget.
• Managing contractors and supporting safe systems of work (PTW, Confined Spaces, Working at Height etc).
• Improvement and development of project engineering procedures.

What we'd like you to bring to the role

• Ideally qualified in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical degree.
• Relevant degree within Engineering.
• Previous experience within Process Engineering is key, project experience would be a benefit
• Able to work to deadlines and within a complex environment
• A strong team worker but also able to work independently
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally within the business and external contractors
• The ability to extract and analyse data, to provide valuable insights.
• Proficient in MS office and excellent document management skills.

In Kerry we know that sometimes the perfect candidate doesn’t exist, and people can be put off applying for a role if they don’t fit all the requirements.

What we can offer you

In return we can offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package as well as the opportunity for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note

We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers. In the event that speculative CVs or candidate profiles are submitted by recruitment agencies, we reserve the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current or future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency.