Process Engineer
Core
Ensures equipment reliability, consistent product quality, and optimal production capacity in a food-grade powder blending facility through data-driven process optimization and continuous improvement.
Role type
Process Engineer (Food Manufacturing)
Builds
Powder blending, batching, and packaging processes for food-grade products
Domain
Food manufacturing / Powder processing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Root cause analysis (5Why, fishbone, DMAIC), Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies, data collection and validation, dashboard creation, equipment troubleshooting, project scoping and execution, vendor management, OEE tracking, mechanical proficiency, regulatory compliance (GMPs, food safety)
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Collect and validate production data to identify performance trends; Build dashboards to communicate process capability and yield; Optimize powder handling, batching, and packaging processes; Lead root cause analysis sessions to resolve blend quality and equipment issues; Drive waste reduction initiatives; Provide daily technical support for troubleshooting blend inconsistencies; Define process parameters and control strategies; Scope and execute capital projects for blending and conveying equipment; Partner with QA and Sanitation teams to ensure compliance; Track OEE and spare parts optimization.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC