Lead Process Engineer – Automation & Continuous Improvement

JMJ PHILLIP; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive plan

Internal promotion opportunity

On-site role in South Bend

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Process Engineer in South Bend, IN to optimize chemical and liquid manufacturing processes, drive automation initiatives, and lead continuous improvement projects. You will collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to boost capacity, throughput, and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data-driven analysis, and strong communication skills to integrate with operations and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of process engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Experience in chemical, liquid, batching or process manufacturing environments.
• Experience optimizing production processes, capacity and efficiency.
• Familiarity with process automation and controls.
• Exposure to Rockwell Automation systems is desirable.
• Experience with automated production processes or equipment is a plus.
• Strong continuous improvement and problem-solving skills.
• Experience participating in or leading Kaizen events.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize production processes, equipment utilization, and workflows.
• Analyze capacity constraints and opportunities to improve throughput.
• Support SKU rationalization and production optimization initiatives.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager, operations, maintenance, and automation teams.

Skills

Chemical process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Problem-solving

Communication

Hands-on execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Kaizen/Lean tools

Automation systems

Job description

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Process Engineer in South Bend, IN to optimize chemical and liquid manufacturing processes, drive automation initiatives, and lead continuous improvement projects. You will collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to boost capacity, throughput, and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data-driven analysis, and strong communication skills to integrate with operations and technical teams.