Sr. Process Engineer - Food & Beverage

Curaleaf; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Curaleaf is looking for a Sr. Process Engineer to innovate in the food and beverage industry. This role involves developing processes for infused edibles, ensuring manufacturing efficiency, and collaborating with multiple departments to bring products to market. Ideal candidates should have extensive engineering experience and a passion for innovation in manufacturing. Experience in food and beverage production is a plus.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement Plan

Employee Referral Bonuses

Product Discounts

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in process engineering.
• Expertise in beverage production lines and scaling processes.
• Experience in launching new products in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and commercialization of new product innovations.
• Design and execute trials to validate manufacturing feasibility.
• Identify and implement improvements for production efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Beverage or Food Engineering

Job description

At Curaleaf, we're redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands-including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots-offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.Sr. Process Engineer - Food & BeverageJob Type : Full Time; ExemptLocation : This role is on-site and will be based out of our Lexington, KY facility or Webster, MATravel Requirements : Travel up to 30% to support projects across multiple production sites.Who You Are : As a Sr. Process Engineer at Curaleaf, you'll play a crucial role in bringing a diverse portfolio of infused edible innovations to life. You'll collaborate with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Marketing to develop, test, and implement processes that commercialize new product initiatives. Your work will ensure efficiency, product quality, and continuous improvement in our manufacturing

You'll Do : Lead the development and commercialization of new product innovations in a manufacturing environment.Design and execute benchtop, pilot, and full-scale trials to validate manufacturing feasibility.Identify and implement new unit operations, evaluate equipment, and ensure production scalability.Document test results, process parameters, and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs).Drive process improvements in raw materials, production, and packaging to enhance efficiency and quality.Troubleshoot production and equipment challenges, identifying root causes and implementing solutions.Manage co-manufacturing efforts across various locations to ensure seamless product alignment.Travel up to 35% to support projects across multiple production sites.What You'll Bring : Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Beverage or Food Engineering.8+ years of experience in process engineering.Proven expertise in beverage production lines, beverage processing equipment, beverage manufacturing and beverage scaling processes.A track record of successfully launching new products in a manufacturing environment.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve production challenges.Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects across

Better If You Have : Experience in food and beverage confectionery linesA passion for innovation and emerging technologies in manufacturing.Physical Requirements & Work Environment : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk talk or hear, use hands to finger or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires daily use of provided PPE, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary. Requires the ability to work in confined spaces. Has exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms. Requires a high stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility. Ability to work in an ever-changing environment.What We Offer : Career Growth OpportunitiesCompetitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)Generous PTO and Parental Leave401(K) Retirement PlanLife / AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term DisabilityCommunity Involvement InitiativesEmployee Referral Bonuses and Product DiscountsNot all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations. Curaleaf Awards and Achievements : 2023 Ragan's Top Places to Work2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies2020 Cannabis Doing Good's Good Neighbor Award2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana's Diversity & Inclusion AwardFollow us on Social Media : Instagram : @curaleaf.usaTwitter : @Curaleaf_IncLinkedIn : Curaleaf LinkedInCuraleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX : CURA) (OTCQX : CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with ConfidenceOur corporate Social Responsibility is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. Our Vision : To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. Our Values : Lead and Inspire. Commit to Win. ONE Curaleaf. Driven to Deliver Excellence. Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request

adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to apply for current openings : internal_job_board

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