Process Engineer

Location: Garner

The base salary listed is a range. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertain solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a bonus, providing the opportunity to earn additional compensation.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards programs continue to lead, innovate and embody our core values - caring for the health and wellbeing of all. Zinpro offers a competitive salary and a premium benefits package, including 100% employer-paid healthcare and generous paid time off. We provide a wide range of benefits and resources designed to support you at every stage of life: education assistance, retirement planning, 401(k), disability and long-term care insurance, travel assistance, fitness reimbursement, gift matching, and more.

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Manager the Process Engineer is a key contributor to Zinpro's success support business and operational objectives by leading continuous improvement initiatives throughout all Zinpro manufacturing facilities; including the assessment, development and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment and operating strategy. Work will center around process improvement, equipment selection, operating strategy, commissioning new equipment, and other activities related to successful and world class operation of the plant.

Success in this position requires strong analytical and project management skills, including the ability to lead and execute process improvement activities of varying complexity in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role is based at Zinpro's manufacturing plant in Garner, Iowa.

Essential Functions

• Leads projects and activities in the areas of process improvement, equipment selection, operating strategy, commissioning new equipment, and other activities related to successful and world class operation of the plant
• Leads the implementation of process improvement programs through cross-functional project management using a data-driven approach to problem solving and decision making
• Provides day-to-day technical support to Plant Operators and Maintenance Technicians, including development and execution of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and technical assistance to operations for problem solving, optimization and training
• Performs technical evaluations as needed to help ensure and confirm the success of new installations and modifications
• Assists in the selection, development, monitoring and continuous improvement of defined Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and presents this information visually and verbally
• Produces monthly production efficiency reports for i.e. energy cost/kg, downtime, etc.
• Supports Environmental Health and Safety Compliance, cGMP and Food Safety Compliance
• Collaborates with Lab personnel to improve testing consistency as it relates to process expectations
• Creates technical presentations including value-based analysis that justify process capital and system improvements
• Works across all Zinpro plants to align local efforts and create best practices for Zinpro Operations
• Manages audits of Operational data to identify issues with consistency and adherence to established process standards
• Assists with the implementation of ISO and other regulatory requirements
• Assists with production scheduling, operator shift schedules and the training of plant personnel as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience working in a production environment or warehouse operation
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical Engineering

Travel Requirements

This position will work primarily at their home manufacturing plant facility and is expected to engage in company-sponsored travel approximately 10-15% of the time. Travel will consist primarily of visits to Zinpro Corporate Headquarters and manufacturing facilities.

About Zinpro

At Zinpro, advancing health and wellbeing for animals and people is at the heart of everything we do. A pioneer in performance trace minerals and innovative nutritional solutions, Zinpro partners with customers worldwide to unlock better animal performance through smarter, science-led nutrition.

Family-owned and privately held, our steady growth is fueled by a world-class team who manufactures high-quality products marketed in more than 70 countries. As a global leader in animal nutrition, we're committed to developing more sustainable practices.

Working at Zinpro means making a positive difference alongside bright, passionate people in a culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Employees gain broad experience in a growing organization known for its commitment to…