Process Lead

Location: Bedford Park

Process Lead About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference.

Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location:

Bedford Park, IL.Workplace type:
On-site

The Process Lead supports the daily operation of a manufacturing area by providing leadership, coaching, and coordination across production and support teams.

This role works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, Shipping, and other cross-functional partners to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient operations while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

The position offers an excellent development opportunity for individuals interested in building leadership experience and pursuing future growth opportunities within manufacturing operations.

What you will do:

Support daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved.

Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to operators and frontline employees.

Coordinate activities and priorities across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and Shipping teams.

Troubleshoot routine operational issues and support Root Cause Analysis activities.

Promote adherence to standard work, operating procedures, and safety requirements.

Drive accountability and operational discipline through effective communication and follow-up.

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.

Monitor process performance and escalate issues appropriately when needed.

Support operator development through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.

Foster a positive and collaborative working environment. What you will bring:

Experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, shipping, logistics, packaging, or related operations environments.

Experience leading, mentoring, coaching, or directing frontline employees.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple teams and functions.

Problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis experience.

Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Preferred Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.

Experience in food, beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, packaging, or process manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Standard Work, or similar methodologies.

Experience in supervisory, leadership, team lead, or coordinator roles.

Ideal Candidate Backgrounds We are interested in candidates from backgrounds such as:

Production Supervisor Operations Supervisor Warehouse Supervisor Shipping Supervisor Packaging Supervisor Manufacturing Team Lead Operations Coordinator Logistics Coordinator Process Lead Production Lead Why Join Ingredion?  Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay, recognizing your contributions to our success

Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being

Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities,…