Full Job Description
The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting process development of new products, evaluating cost improvement initiatives, and troubleshooting manufacturing issues within Soup & Broth R&D Team under close supervision by manager and/or seasoned process engineer. Collaboration with the more experienced engineers will provide guidance and assistance while the individual develops an understanding for the Process R&D Engineering function. This individual will perform basic plant/pilot plant feasibilities, implementation of new product/processes/packaging initiatives, as well as improving and troubleshooting manufacturing issues. Foundational understanding of documentation and communication skills for all testing results is required with emerging skills in experimental design, knowledge of manufacturing systems & processes, and technical leadership within the R&D function.
The position will report directly to R&D Manager - Process Engineering and will partner with more seasoned Process R&D Engineers and Product Development for all project work.
What you will do...
- Collaborate with manager, senior engineer, or product development to perform basic plant/pilot plant feasibilities, implementation of new product/processes/packaging initiatives, as well as improving/troubleshooting plant manufacturing issues.
- Evaluate formula margin opportunities with close collaboration with the Enabler Acceleration Team.
- Develop test plans (i.e. design of experiments) for all feasibility work with a foundational understanding and execution of result documentation and communication.
- Learn all plant/pilot plant equipment to enable successful translation and scale up.
- Trouble shoot against product & ingredient technical problems/gaps across the Soup & Broth platform.
- Develop technical thought leadership, business & creative problem-solving skills.
- Develop project management & prioritization skills.
- Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of external activities (new technologies, best practices, regulations, etc.) for continued growth and development.
- Partner with R&D Innovation Team on Soup & Broth products to solve technical process and/or ingredient challenges before commercialization.
Who you will work with...
You will work with the manufacturing facilities and process engineering teams.
What you bring to the table (must haves)...
- BS Engineering Required
- 1 year in Food related and/or Chemical Engineering experience within R&D or Manufacturing Facility (related co-op/internship experiences will be considered)
- >25%Travel to Thermal Manufacturing Facilities and or Co-Manufacturing Facilities
It would be great if you have (nice to haves)...
- Basic Understanding of scale-up and manufacturing technical challenges.
- Proficient decision making and project management.
- Emerging ability to multi-task and work comfortably with senior engineers and/or cross functional partners within R&D, corporate engineering, and business teams.
- Experience with technical food knowledge (i.e. equipment/ processes) and associated applications.
- Emerging thought leadership for technical programs.
- Collaborative working style; proactive self-starter.
- Emerging influence/communication skills with functional partners in a way that fosters collaboration.
- Basic communication skills - verbal and written.
- Developing presentations skills & ability to influence.
Compensation and Benefits:
The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between
$75,800-$104,200
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
