ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) · 6 days ago
Process Engineering Sr. Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$113K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expofi North America is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients, committed to making a positive impact on people and the planet. The Process Engineering Sr. Manager will perform diverse engineering analysis, manage engineering designs, and implement process changes to enhance operational efficiency and yields.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Initiate the investigation and analysis of new materials, equipment, processes and engineering practices for improved performance
Prepare engineering computations, estimates, surveys, statistics and analysis
Identify, evaluate, and develop detailed proposals for breakthrough new food processing technologies that can be applied within or across product categories
Collaborate with the manufacturing team to analyze, validate, and implement processing improvements to existing unit operations in the current manufacturing systems that result in annualized savings
Initiate new ideas and lead the design of manufacturing processes for new, high complex products
Identify and develop Engineering strategies for new initiatives, new product development, and new business development projects and assist the plants in its successful implementation
Develop the tools and methodology to effectively survey the food industry and identify emerging food process innovations that business should consider maintaining our competitive advantage
Determine process requirements and prepare thorough and accurate process specifications, design and conduct experiments to set process specifications
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with specialization in Chemical, Food, Mechanical or Food Science and Technology is required
Six (6) years of relevant engineering experience with large Multinational Corporation (MNC) is required
Experience expected to have resulted in a solid record of accomplishment
Experience with at least one of the following processing operations: bakery, beverage, Snacks, spreads, edible nuts processing is required
Extensive knowledge of food engineering fundamentals and applications, knowledge of statistics, design of experiments, problem solving techniques, engineering economics is required
Ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 25% of time, and internationally up to 5% of time including Europe and Asia
Preferred
Experience with Extrusion/Baking/UHT/dry/oil roasting processing and packaging is highly preferred
Benefits
Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.
Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.
A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.
Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.
Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
Career Growth & Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating
Company
ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
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