Process Engineer in Reading

Energy Jobline ZR; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in Reading, UK, is looking for a Process Engineer to enhance production systems and processes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or 5-7 years of relevant experience, particularly in infant formula manufacturing. Responsibilities include supporting production improvements and managing resources effectively. This role provides an opportunity to be part of a growing team dedicated to innovation and quality in the infant nutrition sector.

Benefits

Health insurance for the whole family

Flexible paid time off

16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

Up to 6% 401(k) match

Company equity for every employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a minimum of 5-7 years of proven continuous improvement analytical experience.
• Experience in infant formula manufacturing preferred.
• Dry spraying experience required, ideally in food processing or dairy industries.

Responsibilities

• Support production in process improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical and analytical support for improvements.
• Develop process analysis to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Manage resources to deliver effective solutions.
• Establish production norms and standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Priority management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or 5-7 years of experience

Job description

Overview

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ByHeart is an infant nutrition company built from the ground up to deliver real innovation on behalf of babies and parents. Our mission is simple: make the best formula in the world. We studied the latest breast milk science, worked directly with suppliers we know and trust, set uncompromising quality standards, developed our own small batch blending process, built our own manufacturing facilities, and conducted a groundbreaking clinical trial. Our goal is to create a future where all parents feel amazing about feeding their baby—no matter how they do it.

When we launched our Whole Nutrition Infant Formula in 2023, we were the first new US infant formula manufacturer in 15 years. Since then, we\'ve been leading the way in a lot of ways. We\'re: the first and only US-made infant formula made with organic, grass-fed whole milk, not skim; the first and only U.S. infant formula company to add alpha-lac and lactoferrin to our ingredients list; the first infant formula company to receive Clean Label Project\'s Purity Award; we ran one of the largest clinical trials in the US in 25 years; and our clinically proven benefits include less spit up, softer poops, easier digestion, and more efficient weight gain.

As the only new entrant to establish three US manufacturing facilities (in Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Oregon), ByHeart has the capacity to meaningfully capture share of the US $6B infant formula market. With >$470M in funding, we\'re shifting the industry forward—and this is just the beginning. Help us build a future where all parents can feel amazing about feeding, by joining our growing team of >360 people that stretches across the country.

We\'re proud to offer competitive, family-first benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance for the whole family: medical, dental, & vision insurance covered 100%, with 90% coverage for your family.
• Flexible paid time off: plus 12+ company holidays, and your kid\'s birthday off!
• 16-weeks of fully-paid parental leave and new parent support: free 1-year supply of formula, cozy feeding suites, and paid pumping time.
• Up to 6% 401(k) Match to help you plan for your future.
• Company equity for every employee: because when we succeed, we succeed together!

Visit our site to learn more.

ByHeart In the News

• Entrepreneur: The Illusion of the Shelf – The Driving Force Behind Infant Formula Shortages, and What Needs to Change
• Forbes: A Startup Wanted To Make A Better Baby Formula. It Took Five Long Years.
• Forbes: Entrepreneurs Breaking Barriers: Learn From Founders Who Took On The Impossible
• Business Insider: ByHeart Announces Published Data in a Scholarly Journal on Benefits of The Novel High Quality Protein Blend in Their Groundbreaking Next- Easy to Digest Infant Formula
• Axios: Infant formula maker ByHeart raises $95 million
• Babylist 2025 Best formula for breastfed Babies
• Parents 2025 Closest to Breastmilk: The 7 Best Baby Formulas
• What to Expect: The 11 Best Baby Formulas of 2025, Vetted by Pediatricians and 300+ Moms
• New Modern Mom:The Clean Formula Moms Are Loving

Responsibilities of the Process Engineer

The responsibilities of the Process Engineer are to develop, monitor, and elevate the performance of the company\'s vital business systems and processes by detecting potential problems and taking the unwanted deviation, defects, and delay out of the production process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support production in identifying, verifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvement and process re-engineering opportunities.
• Provide technical and analytical support for process improvement initiatives.
• Develop process analysis and re-engineering to improve efficiency, lower costs, and improve product quality.
• Perform project management, analytics, and measure to ensure milestones are met and deliverables achieved.
• Identify and manage resources to deliver effective solutions.
• Establish norms and standards of production.

Competency & Skill Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to plan and manage priorities
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams across all levels of the organization

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in a related field or a minimum 5-7 years proven continuous improvement analytical experience from a similar role, including project management and business analysis.
• Infant Formula manufacturing a plus.
• Dry spraying experience required, preferably in food processing or dairy industries. Infant Formula manufacturing a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Need ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform adjustments to equipment, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor.

Regulatory Requirements

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, follow CGMP\'s, and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements.
• Will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local standards for the manufacture of infant formula and other non-infant nutritional foods.

We\'re excited about your interest in joining ByHeart! Our Talent Acquisition team reviews applications in the order they are received and will reach out directly to schedule interviews. We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting hiring managers or current employees directly.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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