Food Process Engineer II (Technical Services Manager) Glanbia The Opportunity Lead technical innovation and process optimization for a large-scale dairy/nutrition manufacturing operation. This role owns the commercialization of new products, drives plant performance improvements, and serves as a key technical leader across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and R&D.
Essential Functions- Lead Plant Performance & Process Optimization
- Drive initiatives to improve yield, efficiency, cost, and waste reduction
- Identify and solve complex process, quality, and production challenges
- Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable process improvements
- Partner with plant leadership to prioritize high-impact technical projects
- Product Commercialization & Scale-Up
- Lead scale-up and commercialization of new products from R&D into full production
- Execute plant trials, validation, and startup activities
- Ensure successful transfer of new products, processes, and equipment into operations
- Support co-manufacturing partners with technical expertise
- Technical Innovation
- Evaluate and implement new ingredients, technologies, and process improvements
- Lead in-plant research and development efforts to enhance product functionality and quality
- Develop and standardize processes, specifications, and SOPs
- Act as an internal technical consultant across cross-functional teams
- Leadership
- Lead and develop technical teams and project groups
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and build a culture of accountability
- Additional Functions
- Attend seminars and shows for vendor meetings and information gathering.
- Assist with the purchase agreements related to outsourced whey, co-packer, and contracted services.
- Provide Customers Support as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in food science/technology, chemical engineering, or related field and 10 years practical experience and/or training in relevant industry; or equivalent experience
- Experience in food, dairy, ingredients, or CPG manufacturing environments
- Requires up to 30-40% travel to support plant initiatives, product commercialization, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Proven success in: - Process improvement and plant optimization
- Product commercialization and scale-up
- Leading cross-functional technical projects
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze data and drive decisions
Preferred- Master's Degree
- Experience in dairy or whey-based ingredient manufacturing
- Background in microbiology, food chemistry, or advanced processing
- Track record of influencing plant leadership and driving change
Where and how you will work The opportunity can be based in
Twin Falls, ID; St Johns, MI; or Clovis, NMWhat we would like to offer you! The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.
