Senior Process Engineer

iLocatum; Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Fortune 200 dairy manufacturer is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance product quality. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the Food or Beverage manufacturing sector. This full-time position based near Wausau, Wisconsin, requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Food or Beverage Manufacturing or similar industries.
• Competent in summarizing technical information effectively.
• Experience analyzing production data and performing mass balances.

Responsibilities

• Optimize existing manufacturing processes for efficiency.
• Develop Functional Descriptions and Process Control strategies.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex operational issues.
• Engage with R&D and Q.A. teams for product improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Process improvement initiatives

Project management

Technical presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Food Science, or Dairy Science

Job description

Overview

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A Fortune 200 dairy manufacturer is looking for a Senior Process Engineer for their facility near Wausau, Wisconsin. The Senior Process Engineer will provide specific focus on reducing operating costs, process capacity constraints, product losses, and product quality variation.

Responsibilities

• Optimize existing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and implement Functional Descriptions and Process Control strategies that improve results and reduce variability.
• Identify and address opportunities for yield improvement, waste reduction, throughput enhancement, and improved process control and consistency.
• Lead troubleshooting of persistent, complex operational issues. Communicate finding plans to other departments in clear, concise presentations.
• Ensure best-practice solutions are implemented across all areas of facility.
• Engage with R&D team on new product development, experimental design, and plant trials. Work closely with Project Engineering on final process design and commercialization.
• Engage with Q.A. team on the evaluation and continuous improvement of in-process and finished product analytical instrumentation.
• Work with Maintenance team to ensure critical processes, control points, and measurements are properly maintained for consistent performance.
• Help coach and train teammates and participate in on the job, buddy training.
• Place high priority on food safety and sanitation by understanding and executing the client’s food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Engage in root cause analysis and enhancement activities related to food safety and sanitation.
• Always prioritize safety above all other job duties by having a safety-first approach.

Education, Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Science or Dairy Science; advanced degree is a plus.
• 5 years of experience in Food or Beverage Manufacturing (preferred) or any manufacturing process involving ingredient blending (e.g., baby formula, chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, seasonings, oil & gas, etc.).
• Competencies/Skills: Ability to effectively summarize and present technical information to a variety of audiences; able to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment; strong mathematical (statistical) and analytical skills; proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office; demonstrated success delivering process improvement initiatives; lead and influence cross-functional teams; solid project management skills; experience in analyzing production data and performing mass balances using statistical methods.
• Experience with mass balances and data analysis using statistical methods.

Experience Preferred

• Lean & Six Sigma training or certification, with the ability to use Six Sigma methodologies, tools and statistical software preferred.
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment is preferred.
• Dairy Manufacturing experience preferred.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing