Manufacturing Process Engineer

Seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to be located on site at our Harrisonburg, VA site.

• Responsible for Process Optimisation (OEE Improvement, Yield Improvement, NPI)
• Support Operator capability building, through process cross functional SOP creation, training and knowledge sharing
• Utilise process SME knowledge to own and support 1-KPS Problem Solving of critical site concerns
• Support plant maintenance manager with special tasks and actions
• Develop cooperative working relationships with cross‑functional teams within the manufacturing plants
• Creates Project Plans and harnesses resources to ensure project milestones are met within expectations of timeline, quality and budget
• Optimises the operation of manufacturing processes by finding the optimum Production and machine settings with an underlying goal of quality and cost
• Participates in the analysis of quality problems in research and applicable solutions, handles relations with the maintenance and production departments for optimization purposes and ensures follow‑up to solutions
• Works with the R&D teams for new product requests coming from customers
• Organises and tracks upscale production trials and defines the parameters of production for new products in collaboration with the R&D team and the site team (safety, quality, production, supply chain and maintenance)
• Determines material and equipment to be used for the specific projects at hand
• Studies product design, customer requirements, and determines performance standards
• Troubleshoots product manufacturing issues that are experienced on the production line and offers short and long‑term solutions with maintenance and production teams
• Supports manufacturing issues and troubleshooting as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Food Processing)
• Lean Six Sigma Qualification preferred5+ years of progressive experience in plant maintenance, manufacturing engineering or process engineering
• 1–2 years prior food manufacturing or alternative heavily regulated environment (e.g., Pharma manufacturing, automotive, etc.)
• Preferred experience with food manufacturing unit operations: solid‑liquid extraction, evaporation, centrifuge separation, pasteurization
• Experience in managing and executing capital projects ranging from $50,000 to $500,000
• Self‑motivated, hands‑on individual with keen interest in quickly learning and applying new skills who can follow written/verbal instructions and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

The typical hiring range for this role is $75,602 to $123,400 annually and is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. Kerry also offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

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