Summary
The Principal Process Engineer will provide technical process engineering support to both ongoing day-to-day manufacturing operations and capital projects. The individual will be required to define, document, and implement the best manufacturing technologies while developing, maintaining, and implementing machinery and processing specifications. The position requires a high degree of responsibility, leadership, decision-making ability, and self-sufficiency.
Responsibilities
- Act as a processing subject matter expert with the team in support of the project management, automation, and performance optimization groups.
- Define and develop all aspects of dairy and non-dairy processing equipment used in manufacturing of Greek yogurt and non-dairy products.
- Update and modify various drawings, including P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams.
- Participate in all phases of a project from initial team meetings through pre-award support, proposal generation, installation, commissioning, and start-up as assigned by the Project Manager. Specify processing equipment that meets project expectations within the time and budget constraints of the approved project.
- Provide guidance and expertise to plant operations, project managers, and other functions as necessary in the development of packaging-related projects.
- Support the R&D Innovation team, corporate Quality, and Sales & Marketing in the development of processing systems and solutions for customers and consumers.
- Interact with operations, marketing, quality, sales, and multiple equipment suppliers.
- May be assigned as project manager on specific projects as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering preferred, other engineering degrees considered.
- 8-10 years of experience in a similar process engineering role.
- Experience in processing equipment and materials as related to the food and beverage industry.
- Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule.
- Knowledge in sizing pumps, piping, and other general dairy processing equipment.
- May be required to work in a site environment in the presence of heavy equipment, smoke, dust, and noise.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project, SEEQ, CAPE or TOPS, and AutoCAD.
- Pro-activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business acumen, communication skills, excellent teamwork skills, organizational competency, and the ability to prioritize.
- Preferred experience in dairy processing processes, including pasteurization, separation, etc.
About Us
We are a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, we are a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company. We manufacture yogurt, oat milk, and creamers. Following the 2023 acquisition of a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and impact, we began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.
