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The Hain Celestial Group · 10 hours ago

Sr. Process Engineer

Mountville, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $103K/yr

5+ years exp

The Hain Celestial Group is a company dedicated to producing better-for-you snacks, and they are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive process optimization and continuous improvement in their manufacturing operations. The role involves overseeing capital projects, implementing process improvement methodologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Consumer GoodsOrganic FoodPersonal Health

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Melissa Cortes

Responsibilities

Enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality for our lineup of better-for-you salty and savory snacks

Oversee the planning, execution, and management of facility and equipment capital projects, including budgeting, vendor selection, and installation of new processing technologies

Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to boost productivity, improve manufacturing workflows, and optimize ingredient handling

Assess, procure, and validate new processing equipment tailored for snack production, ensuring seamless integration and performance

Ensure all process modifications meet FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, SQF, and EH&S,standards while maintaining the integrity of better-for-you snack formulations

Work cross-functionally with Quality, R&D, EH&S, Production, and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and drive innovation

Identify and mitigate potential risks in capital projects and production processes

Provide guidance to maintenance engineers and production staff, fostering best practices in process optimization, safety, and project execution

Assure the company’s compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations related to purchasing and planning activities

Participate actively in safety, GMP compliance and quality assurance efforts

Additional duties as requested/assigned

Qualification

Process EngineeringLean ManufacturingSix SigmaFood Processing EquipmentRegulatory ComplianceStatistical Process ControlAutomation SystemsProject ManagementLeadershipProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field of engineering)

5–10 years of experience in process engineering within food manufacturing, ideally in snack production or CPG manufacturing

Strong expertise in leading small to mid-scale capital projects, including budgeting, procurement, and execution

Knowledge of food processing equipment, automation systems, and statistical process control

Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks (FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, SQF, OSHA, and EPA)

Proven experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies

Ability to troubleshoot snack manufacturing challenges, from ingredient handling to packaging optimization

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Expertise in manufacturing workflows, efficiency improvements, and troubleshooting

Ability to plan, execute, and oversee capital expense projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met

Strong understanding of food processing equipment, automation, and facility infrastructure improvements

Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen methodologies to streamline processes and reduce waste

Skilled in financial analysis, cost estimation, and ROI calculations for capital investments

Ability to source, negotiate, and manage external partners for facility improvements

Capability to identify potential risks in manufacturing processes and capital projects, implementing strategies to minimize impact

Deep understanding of ingredient handling, processing methods, and packaging optimization

Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, and industrial automation technologies for process efficiency

Expertise in designing efficient plant layouts for streamlined operations

Keeping up with emerging technologies and innovations in food processing and packaging

Ability to align process improvements and capital projects with long-term business objectives

Skilled in collaborating across teams—Engineering, Production, Quality, R&D, EH&S, and Maintenance

Strong analytical mindset to diagnose issues and develop cost-effective solutions

Ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and negotiate with vendors and contractors

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Critical illness and accident insurance

Legal and identity protection insurance

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

401(k)

PTO

Parental Leave

Company

The Hain Celestial Group

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The Hain Celestial Group is a natural and organic food and personal care products company.

Founded in 1993

Boulder, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hain.com/

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