Process Engineer II

C&H Sugar Company, Inc.; Crolona Heights (CA); On-site; USD 81,500 - 151,500; Full time

Job summary

C&H Sugar Company, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer based in Crockett, CA. The Engineer will focus on developing and improving manufacturing processes, enhance energy efficiency, and collaborate on capital projects. A 4-year Engineering degree and 5+ years of industrial engineering experience are required.

The role involves troubleshooting, optimizing process controls, and leading projects, with various shift flexibility needed, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in an industrial facility.
• Experience supervising employees in a unionized environment.
• Experience supporting multiple capital projects.
• Experience developing new processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods to improve processes through automation.
• Optimize Process Controls in collaboration with Control Engineers.
• Troubleshoot process issues with superintendents and supervisors.
• Manage process projects assigned by the process manager.

Skills

Engineering experience in an industrial facility

Process development

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP)

Supervising employees

Education

4-year degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical)

Job description

ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products across North America and Europe. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's and Sidul.

Overview

The Process Engineer will develop and assist in implementing new processes, improve existing operations and manufacturing technologies, support multiple capital projects, and perform engineering analysis and studies. The Engineer will regularly interact with line operators and may lead a task force or project team.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop methods of improving the existing process through automation, process developments and new technologies.
• Work with Control Engineers to optimize Process Controls to fine‑tune process control points to achieve efficiencies and improved quality.
• Assist process superintendents and supervisors to troubleshoot process issues.
• Continuously improve the energy efficiency of the process and refinery.
• Manage process projects and tasks assigned by the process manager.
• Operate within all safety, environmental, food safety and food security procedures.
• Perform lab testing to support improvements.
• Learn the process associated with processing sugar cane.
• Utilize strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Work flexibility to accommodate various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime; weekend shifts may be mandated.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• 5+ years of engineering experience in an industrial facility.
• Experience supervising employees or leading a project with employees in a unionized work environment.
• Experience supporting multiple capital projects.
• Experience developing and assisting in new processes/procedures.

Education Requirements

• 4‑year degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical) from an accredited college/university.

Location

Crockett, CA

Salary Range

$81,500.00 - $151,500.00

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.