Job Details

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Process Engineer to lead technical innovation and operational excellence within a high-performing manufacturing environment. This role is instrumental in shaping process strategies, driving continuous improvement, and mentoring teams to achieve world-class standards in safety, quality, and efficiency. The Senior Process Engineer will serve as a trusted advisor and technical authority, influencing decisions that impact long-term business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Operational Excellence: Provide advanced engineering expertise and strategic guidance to optimize production processes, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and cost objectives.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Analyze complex process data, identify performance gaps, and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert for troubleshooting critical process deviations, guiding cross-functional teams toward sustainable resolutions.
• Strategic Process Development: Recommend and execute process improvements, including new technologies and capital projects, to support growth and operational resilience.
• Safety & Quality Stewardship: Champion investigations into safety and quality incidents, ensuring robust corrective actions and compliance with industry standards.
• Mentorship & Training: Lead the development of technical skills within operations teams through structured training programs and hands-on coaching.
• Lean Leadership: Act as a Certified Lean Specialist, spearheading initiatives that reduce waste, streamline workflows, and deliver measurable business impact.
• Leadership Coverage: Assume managerial responsibilities during leadership absences, ensuring continuity in decision-making and operational performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience); advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record of success in process engineering within a manufacturing environment, with leadership experience strongly desired.
• 5+ years of process engineering experience (preferrably in a wet milling environment)
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate and challenge conventional methods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all organizational levels.
• Expertise in GMP, Quality, and Safety standards, with a commitment to operational excellence.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure situations and lead teams through change with confidence and clarity.