Aseptic Process Engineer

Kroger; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking an Aseptic Process Engineer in Denver. This role involves providing expertise in aseptic liquid processing and packaging, improving manufacturing lines, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will bring at least a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering along with relevant experience in the food manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aseptic dairy process experience.
• 6+ years in food/beverage manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and technical expertise in aseptic processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop aseptic product strategy and create engineering plans.
• Optimize and troubleshoot aseptic manufacturing lines.
• Conduct feasibility studies and participate in industry tradeshows.

Skills

Aseptic dairy process experience

Engineering expertise

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$97,200.00/yr - $145,800.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and RSUs

Direct message the job poster from Kroger

Provide technical expertise and process guidance in the area of aseptic liquid processing and packaging for all food manufacturing plants. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Function as a contributor in the development of Kroger Manufacturing's aseptic product strategy
• Create detailed engineering and design plans for aseptic food products ranging from dairy products, juices, blended products, viscous concentrates and pastes
• Optimize, troubleshoot and maintain existing aseptic manufacturing lines to improve quality, productivity and safety
• Prepare conceptual process and packaging designs which can enhance existing or new aseptic product portfolio
• Manage multiple assigned projects establishing manpower, budgets, scheduling, equipment, and materials
• Evaluate and present appropriate current and new equipment and technology
• Prepare process analysis of existing processing technologies and systems
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
• Participate in industry tradeshows and technical conferences to identify new technologies and innovations in aseptic processing and packaging applicable to the Kroger Company
• Incorporate personnel safety, food safety and regulatory requirements into all solutions
• Maintain an up-to-date awareness of Federal, State, and Local engineering codes and regulations
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of Aseptic dairy process experience
• 6+ years of progressive engineering experience in food/beverage manufacturing and dairy processing
• Ability to travel significantly (75%)
• Proficient in Microsoft office; adept at project scheduling and spreadsheet
• Experience formulating and executing plans that when complete, met pre-defined project goals
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with strong grasp of engineering disciplines, plant operations and construction
• Relevant technical expertise and application knowledge of aseptic processing and packaging

Desired Experience

• Experience in the food manufacturing industry with a strong preference for dairy or beverage
• Capital project management >$1MM
• Knowledge of other liquid food and beverage processing technologies including extended shelf-life (ESL), ultra clean and hot fill a plus
• Proven experience in food safety, hygienic design, aseptic, beverage, dairy and juice design standards

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Production, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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