Process Lead

Ingredion Incorporated; Bedford Park (GA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Bedford Park, IL, is seeking a Process Lead to provide leadership and technical solutions to operations. You will manage assigned operations and tasks to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Reports to the Unit Manager.

The role involves cross-functional teamwork, training and coaching of operations personnel, and proposing process improvements and capital expenditures to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across functional lines.
• Decision-making, planning, and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage a manufacturing environment under high-stress or crisis situations.
• Capacity to train and coach others to improve performance.
• Ability to learn and apply Ingredion’s GMP, Quality, and Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operation activities to meet quality/productivity targets.
• Monitor key efficiencies and parameters to aid troubleshooting and cost targets.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to meet production needs.
• Promote Safety, Health, and Environmental programs to ensure workforce safety and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor process conditions and propose corrective actions to improve cost efficiency.
• Analyze processes and recommend changes or capital expenditures to improve efficiency and quality.
• Assist in training operations personnel in process design and operational techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Time management

Leadership

Team coaching

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering

Job description

Process Lead

About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Bedford Park, IL.
Workplace type: On-site

As a Process Lead, you will provide leadership and technical solutions to operations. To manage assigned operations and tasks in various areas to meet the Argo Plant’s safety, quality, cost, and customer delivery goals. Serves on task forces, cross-functional teams, committees, and works shift assignments in the department as needed. This role reports to the Unit Manager.

What you will do:

• Assisting in the day-to-day activities of the operation to produce products of sufficient quality and quantity to meet the projected needs of customers.
• Keeping historical data, analyzing and monitoring key efficiencies and parameters against design to assist Operations with troubleshooting and meeting costs and production goals.
• Coordinating maintenance activities to meet the production needs of the business and ensure necessary maintenance is completed.
• Promoting Safety, Health, and Environmental programs in order to ensure workforce stability, eliminating losses attributable to personal injury or property damage, and complying with regulatory guidelines applicable to manufacturing processes and product characteristics.
• Monitor process conditions and operational activities and propose corrective action as needed to ensure the operation of the process in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
• Analyze processes, develop new operating techniques, and recommend changes or capital expenditures to maintain or improve business efficiencies, facility life, and quality.
• Assisting in the training and coaching of operations personnel in both process design and operational techniques established to maintain unit business objectives and to provide organizational strength and individual growth within the organization.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent in education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate across functional lines at all levels.
• Decision-making ability, planning, and time management skills.
• Who you are:
• Ability to manage a manufacturing environment, including the capability to perform effectively in high-stress, emergency, and crisis situations.
• Ability to train and coach others to improve performance.
• Capacity to solve problems through creative, innovative solutions and challenge traditional methods of accomplishing tasks.
• Ability to build consensus and foster positive relationships.
• Ability to learn and apply Ingredion’s GMP, Quality, and Safety standards.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay, recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$84,400.00-$112,533.33 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.