Expert Process Engineer, Acquired Sugar Portfolio

Expert Process Engineer, Acquired Sugar Portfolio

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Chicago

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for effective communication, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. The Expert Process Engineer, Acquired Sugar Portfolio plays a critical role in shaping the future of Ferrara’s global sugar confections business. This individual will lead high-impact process development initiatives of significant complexity and scale, translating innovation into scalable, efficient, and world‑class solutions.

The role reports to the Director, R&D – Acquired Sugar Portfolio, and is based at our headquarters at the Old Post Office. The position requires a minimum of 4 days in the office per week.

• Lead process design and solution for various product development projects within sugar confectionery and ingredient applications across a diverse portfolio of sugar processing technologies.
• Develop process solutions for new recipes to implement into existing manufacturing processes within global markets, demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and ways of working.
• Support the development of product design of experiments on all types of product platforms.
• Collaborate within R&D experts and across functions of Engineering and Manufacturing staff in project execution, technology transfer, and problem solving.
• Observe, record, and evaluate experimental process data.
• Prepare project reports with demonstrated skills in design of experiment, analysis, and conclusions.
• Create process design solutions in preparation for any capital designs and requests.
• Bring new ideas on process solutions across the product range for different regions.
• Travel domestically and internationally (up to 25-40% of job).
• Role requires on-site presence up to 5 days a week most weeks.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Understand and demonstrate the Company’s core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability to flex workstyle in different cultures, ways of working, and learning environments.
• Ability to apply scientific knowledge to confectionery technology (including mogul depositing technology).
• Experience preparing process design documentation and solution for use in CAPEX requests.
• Ability to lead both product and process design trials and solutions.
• Comfortable operating laboratory, pilot plant, and plant equipment.
• Problem Solving.
• Critical Thinking.
• Drive for Results (Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully).
• Deals with Ambiguity (Can effectively and comfortably cope with change and shifting of gears).
• Attention to Detail.
• Works well with others and individually.
• Time management (Uses their time effectively and efficiently).

• BS, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field, required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in food industry or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (bilingual if possible: Spanish preferred).
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Strong computer skills – including Microsoft Office (Word), Spreadsheets, and SAP.

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The salary range for this role is $102,000 - $143,000 annually.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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