Process Improvement Engineer

Daisy Brand•Boone, IA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Improvement Engineer works side-by-side with other technical and operational roles including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Research, and Product Management to drive change for processing and sanitation improvements to reduce product variation, losses, and improve system efficiency. The focus of this role can be summed up in the words “better” and “consistency.” This role will also be responsible for working closely with the plants to ensure formula and process standards are met. The position is currently located at a temporary office in Ames, IA. Expected in 2028, upon completion of construction, the position will be moving to be onsite at our new manufacturing plant in Boone, IA.

Requirements

BS from an accredited college/university is preferred, or equivalent experience in dairy industry.
Knowledge of dairy processing, CIP systems and dairy industry standards.
Curiosity for how things work, and self-driven learning are required.
In-depth understanding of dairy chemistry and microbiology is preferred.
Understanding of dairy unit operations (e.g., pasteurization, homogenization, and filtration).
Experience with data analysis and statistical process control.
Mastery of technical writing and mathematics.
Excellent verbal communication skills to work across groups and facilities.
Working knowledge of spreadsheet optimization techniques using solvers will be helpful.
Excellent organizational ability and multi-task capabilities.
Ability to collaborate with and influence departments throughout the organization.
Strong analytical aptitude.

Nice To Haves

BS from an accredited college/university
In-depth understanding of dairy chemistry and microbiology
Working knowledge of spreadsheet optimization techniques using solvers

Responsibilities

Lead Continuous Improvement Activities, Projects, and Processes by: Scheduling, coordinating, communicating, and verifying Continuous Improvement Activities
Steering Plant Performance toward current Product Specifications & Formula
Identifying and driving Improvements in current Processing and Sanitation standards
Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiencies, reduce waste, and optimize production processes while maintaining product quality and regulatory compliance.
Lead Plant Processing Continuous Improvement of Product Quality & Process Standardization by: Auditing Manufacturing Plants to ensure Processing and Sanitation standards are met.
Participate in Product Grading and Monitoring Quality Trends
Evaluating Product Grading and Quality Trends against Current Targets
Works with Processing Teams and Product Management to recommend formula and parameter changes.
Responsible for developing data analysis to highlight opportunities for improvement.
Support plants to solve critical or product quality issues as needed to serve the business.
Develop and document the ‘why’s” for procedural and equipment specifications for teaching and resource support.
Audit processes to align what we say is what we do.
Design, prepare and execute trials with the objective to solve for and provide solutions to manufacturing, quality, and dairy science unknowns.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

A no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage
Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
Fitness and wellness incentives

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