Senior Process Engineer Senior Process Engineer

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Fremont, MI

About The Position

The position will provide process engineering technical support for operations. In this role, the individual will plan, design, implement and manage continuous improvement systems to enhance business objectives and operational performance. This may include developing processes and procedures for manufacturing process systems, performing validation evaluations and writing/executing validation protocols. Additional responsibilities include developing and managing data collection systems for continuous feedback to production and maintenance as well as assisting with the preparation and execution of capital and expense projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Food Engineering or equivalent with experience in the food, beverage, or dairy industries.
3+ years of engineering experience in Thermal Process, CIP or equivalent in a FDA, USDA or PMO regulated food, beverage, or dairy facility
2+ years of Project Management experience.
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills; ability to analyze data.
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Ability to complete major projects. Ability to develop and execute validation documents.
Ability to schedule resources effectively so continuous improvement is not sacrificed for day-to-day results.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with UHT / Aseptic operation in a food, beverage or dairy plant
Experience with process control of liquid or aseptic processes
Knowledge of CIP systems, Hygienic engineering, food industry GMPs
LOTO and line break safety procedures identification and development

Responsibilities

Lead, design, install, commission and start-up as well as maintain and improve the kitchen, aseptic process, and CIP equipment.
Responsible for the process of engineering and improvements in the areas of Material Handling, Ingredients preparation, Receiving, CIP, Liquid & kitchen Process, and aseptic thermal process
Ensures compliance of process parameters and operational conditions with USDA and FDA regulations.
Responsible for improvement initiatives that define equipment data, equipment capabilities, utilization, efficiencies and obsolescence.
As subject matter expert, provide technical leadership in the areas of CIP, liquid & kitchen process, and aseptic operations.
Authors and reviews documents including Preventive Maintenance plans, Standard Operating Procedures, Batch Records, Material specifications, and other forms. Author and review validation and change control documents such as master plans, validation protocols, summary reports and change requests
Develop project justification and engineering proposals for capital credit submission.
Proficient on problem solving methodologies (DMAIC, GSTD, BDA, or equivalent)
Proficient on data analysis and loss deployment
Proficient skills in troubleshooting mechanical, process, and automation related issues
Utilizes the process to analyze available data, plan, design, and implement the best value options that result in low cost/high efficiency and renovation/innovation improvements (including the development and organization of necessary systems).
Coordinates with the Business Unit, Engineering, Maintenance, and others as necessary to provide information regarding necessary improvements to equipment / processes in order to reach targets.
Participates in budget preparation and capital expenditure recommendations.
Tracks and reports progress on departmental DMAICs, GSTD and BDA.
Utilizes the Management of Change process as needed.
Acts as Subject Matter Expert to provide assistance as necessary to the Supervisors and Training Coordinators for the Coordinators to provide appropriate training to employees entering the department or as needed for process changes.