Process Engineer

Why this role matters

As a Process Engineer, you’ll be a key driver behind how our products are made—today and tomorrow. You’ll support day-to-day manufacturing while also shaping improvements, scaling innovations, and optimizing processes to meet evolving market demands. If you enjoy solving complex problems, improving efficiency, and working hands-on with production teams, this role gives you real impact.

What you’ll do

• Own and optimize production processes for both existing and new products
• Develop and manage mass and energy balances to improve performance and sustainability
• Partner with internal teams and customers to deliver new ingredients and process solutions
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data, Lean principles, and statistical analysis
• Identify opportunities to improve production rates, yields, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Reduce processing costs through yield improvements and alternative raw material sourcing
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation, control variables, and troubleshooting guides
• Track process KPIs, analyze performance trends, and drive measurable improvements
• Train and support operations teams on process control systems and core process fundamentals
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to resolve complex processing challenges
• Support toll manufacturing and execute small capital improvement (CAPEX) projects
• Drive scale-up of new products from pilot to commercial production and introduce new process technologies
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety standards
• Actively participate in site safety programs and ongoing safety training

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years of experience in industrial wet processes (experience with yeast extract or spray-drying is a plus)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to think strategically and manage complex, interconnected processes
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocessing/Bioproducts, Food Engineering, or a related field