Process Engineer

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The Process Engineer is responsible for performing diverse engineering analysis, managing engineering projects and implementing process changes for operations.

This includes machine capability evaluations, modifications of equipment and developing solutions to production issues relating to materials, processes, and procedures to maximize efficiency and yields.

Responsible for Capital Project management including equipment evaluation, justifications, project accounting management, start-up and validation of the operation.

This role will be split between our Torrance and Santa Ana facilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / OUTCOMES

• Manages engineering projects from inception through completion. Initiates concepts, develops designs, estimates costs, formulates justifications, coordinates installations, troubleshoots start-ups, writes operational and maintenance manuals, trains required personnel and validates justification.
• Initiates the investigation and analysis of new materials, equipment, processes and engineering practices for improved performance.
• Prepares engineering computations, estimates, surveys, statistics and analysis.
• Coordinates drawing files, CAD file management, process documentation and technical literature for library use.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of capital project procedures and follows RPC directives and guidelines.
• Writes procedures (SOPs) for the operation of new equipment or changes to current equipment.
• Participates on Project Teams as the plant engineering resource.
• Evaluates environmental conditions and practices and develops procedures, programs and projects.
• Researches, justifies and implements solutions as required.
• Acts as a company representative in dealing with government agencies on environmental situations affecting the company.
• Coordinates training and evaluates changes in systems to maintain various areas of compliance.
• Ensures local county procedures and policies are documented and followed. Coordinates paperwork, training and evaluates changes in systems to maintain compliance.
• Assists other department’s efforts to provide technical training and guidance for better operations.
• Represents the company's position and interest effectively in dealing with outside contractors, vendors, and engineering consultants as well as a constructive positive attitude within the facility.
• Communicates effectively and informs operational leaders of related work through scheduling, plant and NWT meetings.
• Ensure Rich’s site safety, environmental and GMP standards are designed to, met and maintained.
• Assists in follow-up of prototype construction with outside vendors.
• Secures quotations and expedites materials and delivery for other departments if necessary.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures related to engineering, safety, etc.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Required

• A degree in engineering with (1 to 3 years’ related work experience).
• Functional computer, MSFT Office & Project experience.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Capital / project management experience.
• Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to economically solve production problems in a timely manner.
• Able to arrange schedule for immediate corrective actions or support.

Preferred

• Food manufacturing industry experience.
• PLC programming experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and Associate safety, OSHA standards, product quality (success rates), and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield).

Ideal candidates should also be able to demonstrate the following :

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to write a concise report of findings.
• Self-motivation.
• Understanding of the interrelationships of factors affecting a given situation and be attentive to detail.
6 days ago