Process Engineer (Dairy Powders)

Job Summary

Exciting opportunity to join a leading Dairy Manufacturer within the Clovis, NM area. We are searching for qualified Process Engineers with 3+ years of Dairy products manufacturing experience, with emphasis on Spray Drying, HTST systems and Fermentations. This unique position will be the conduant between product innovation and the plant operational team. Candidates will need to have a strong focus on process improvement/excellence. This position requires up to 50% travel. Company offers a 5% bonus along with outstanding relocation assistance. If you are interested please apply today!

location: Portales, New Mexico

job type: Permanent

salary: $75,000 - 115,000 per year

work hours: 8am to 4pm

education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Execute process improvement initiatives related to Spray Drying and its related processes. Focus on product quality, formulation management, yield improvement and reduction of losses
• Build collaborative relationship with research and development (R&D) scientists and the Technical Services team. Understand production processes and flag any potential problems to R&D scientist at early development states
• Scale-up line extension products (e.g., process modifications, alternate packaging, enhanced functional properties)
• Scale-up production runs of new products, new processes as handed off by R&D
• Develop written instructions for scale-up trials to be handed off to operations teams
• Finalize product documentation including specifications
• Assist in asset evaluation
• Assist in mass balance verification related to strategic projects
• Validate new equipment/process during new equipment installation/commissioning
• Maintain products and processes including secondary ingredient supplier validation
• Identify rework opportunities and acceptable usage levels
• Identify and validate alternate ingredients
• Identify and implement cost savings related to process, materials, and packaging
• Identify and implement yield improvements
• Identify and commission alternate asset utilization
• Utilize analytical skills to collect and analyze data from multiple sources
• Exhibit flexibility and adaptability with scheduling and travel when working on multiple projects
• Provide routine verbal and written updates on status of projects and initiatives
• Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold oneself accountable for following safety rules and regulations
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors (required)
  
  

Skills

• Professional Engineer
• Process Validation
• Process Control
• Professional Engineer
• Process Improvement
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.