Process Engineer
Company: Tillamook Creamery
Location: Tillamook
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
What you will do: The Process Engineer leads the modeling,
design and implementation of solutions to improve quality, reduce
cost, and increase capacity. The Process Engineer works closely
with Project Engineers to support exploring engineering solutions
and with the Plant Maintenance and Engineering team to enhance
profitability and growth by reducing operating costs and
downtime.
Here s a day in the life:
Process Optimization & Innovation:
Support the development a long-term vision for process improvement,
aligning with organizational goals. Identify opportunities for
innovation, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement. Evaluate
risks associated with these changes and propose mitigations.
Evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on
processes.
Process Modeling:
Develop and maintain process models that support capacity,
financial and risk analysis. Using these models as tools to support
strategic decisions related to capital investments.
Design, procure, install and start up Process Elements of a
Project:
Demonstrates design capabilities in specification, verification,
and calculation of fluid and thermal based processes. Design
processes to support the project goals. Considering both short-term
and long-term effects. Specify equipment and instrumentation to
support capital projects. Preparation of the RFP including clear
statement of work, project success criteria, process flow diagram,
equipment specifications, FAT expectations, and T&Cs adequate
to support accurate vendor proposals.
Project Leadership:
Initiate, plan and lead capital and non-capital projects to ensure
timely and cost-effective achievement of project objectives.
Initiate, plan and lead capital and non-capital maintenance and
equipment projects to ensure timely and cost-effective achievement
of project objectives.
Manage small to mid-sized capital improvement projects. Process
Engineering SME: Provide technical support for plant teams when
requested. Ensure work complies with quality and regulatory
standards. Ensure adherence to all safety guidelines and work to
provide a safe work environment for all employees. Demonstrate
knowledge of P&ID development and engineering specifications
development. Experience with piping layouts, tank/storage handling,
and fluid diversion, mixing of fluid as well as pumps, and valves.
Can navigate unexpected challenges and adapt to changing
circumstances.
Taking ownership of tasks and takes on lessons learned. Excel at
creative problem-solving. They need to identify bottlenecks,
propose innovative solutions, and troubleshoot issues efficiently.
Actively seeks to learn and explore new technologies or
methodologies brings fresh perspectives to the team. Fosters a
positive team environment, encourages knowledge sharing, and values
diverse viewpoints contributes significantly. Excel in
communication. Can lead teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and
convey complex information clearly. Understands client needs,
communicates effectively, and ensures client satisfaction. Utilize
a computer with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Bachelor s or higher degree in engineering, chemical, mechanical or
technical discipline or equivalent relevant work experience. 5+
years food or beverage manufacturing processes. Have experience
with the following: Mass balance process flows and calculations,
heat exchange (conceptual, theoretical, & applicable), and food or
dairy packaging experience. Experience working with multi trade
based vendors/contractors. Show familiarity with USDA Dairy and 3A
Sanitary Design Standards. A valid Oregon driver s license with
satisfactory driving record.
Physical requirements:
Sitting Standing and/or walking Vision for machine or computer
operations Hearing Must be able to travel 25-50% between Tillamook
manufacturing facilities.
Keywords: Tillamook Creamery, Beaver Creek , Process Engineer, Engineering , Tillamook, Oregon
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