Process Lead - Packaging

Ingredion Incorporated; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & wellness

Flexible work

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) company match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Process Lead to lead and optimize production processes with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will manage daily operations, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across a multi-shift environment.

You will apply process engineering knowledge to design and optimize workflows, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and environmental standards while coordinating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a process-related engineering discipline (Chemical or Mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with process troubleshooting, project development, and implementation.
• Experience involving process automation; training or basic knowledge of PLC operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for facility safety initiatives when designing/re-designing processes or equipment.
• Support safety and quality initiatives, including investigations.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO and environmental requirements.
• Lead and manage production requirements with direct reports.
• Coordinate training programs and cross-functional initiatives.
• Monitor KPI and standard worksheets in the plant.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Judgment and initiative

Problem solving

Positive thinking

PC literacy

Leadership in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in process-related engineering

Job description

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.

Title: Process Lead Location: Indianapolis, IN Reports To: Department Manager Workplace Type: Onsite

What you will do

• Provide technical support regarding facility safety initiatives when designing and/or redesigning work processes or equipment to eliminate workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Support safety and quality initiatives, including performing and assisting in investigations.
• Understand chemical and process safety requirements in the plant.
• Ensure all personnel, including contractors, comply with all plant safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental requirements.
• Ensure compliance with incident and accident investigation including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and subsequent Corrective Actions.
• Ensure workforce compliance with all plant quality procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure production activities are performed in accordance with ISO and GMP requirements.
• Participate in customer visits and audits as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with all plant productivity requirements.
• Coordinate all necessary daily Preventative & Reactive Maintenance requirements.
• Offer new ideas and think outside-the-box.
• Ensure team adaptability, flexibility, and readiness to change.
• Support plant cost control and Continuous Improvement initiatives and measures.
• Coordinate/Support Plant Loss Accounting (OEE) systems.
• Support cross functional department initiatives where appropriate.
• Monitor KPI and Standard Worksheets in the plant.
• Ensure compliance with all plant rules.
• Ensure operations personnel are accountable to their job requirements.
• Professionally lead and manage production requirements with direct reports.
• Create environment conductive to shift teamwork and with other leads.
• Participate and/or lead improvement teams.
• Coordinate completion of operations employee training programs.
• Work with area leads to ensure skill block needs and training requirements are met for department.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in a process-related engineering discipline (Chemical or Mechanical) or equivalent in experience and education.
• 3-5 years’ experience as an Engineer (or equivalent in experience and education) involved with process troubleshooting, project development, and implementation.
• Must have experience involving process automation, preferably with formal training or basic knowledge of computer/PLC operations.
• Sound overall knowledge of: Corn Wet Milling and Refining manufacturing and equipment (other food processing experience considered).
• Company and/or generally accepted design and construction standards.
• Company and regulatory rules, policies, procedures in the areas of GMP, Quality, Environmental Management and Health & Safety.
• Demonstrated commitment to working in a safe working environment, including a working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety.

What you will bring

• Strong interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated high degree of sound judgment, resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation in handling complex technical assignments with minimal supervision.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Assertive, creative, energetic, and positive thinking.
• PC literate with word processing, database, and spreadsheet experience.
• Supervision and leadership experience in a manufacturing facility.

Why Join Ingredion?

• 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.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• 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.
• 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.

Relocation Available: Yes, Within Country Pay Range: $84,400.00-$112,533.33 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

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.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.