Process Engineer (Mid-level or Sr)

The Intersect Group

Salem, MO

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$110,000–$115,000 Per Year

SKILLS

3D Modeling, Auditing, Capital Equipment, Capital Project, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Consumer Goods and Services, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Finance, Identify Issues, Incident Management, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Management, Plant Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Manufacturing, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Design, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Root Cause Analysis, SolidWorks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Statistical Process Control, Statistics, Supply Chain

LOCATION

Salem, MO

POSTED

4 days ago

Process Engineer - Manufacturing Industry
Location: Salem, MO - Local candidates only
Compensation: $110-$115K + Bonus
Type: Direct Hire

Company Overview
A private equity backed global consumer goods and ingredients platform with over 1B in annual revenue is continuing to invest in growth, operational excellence, and innovation. The organization operates across multiple business units serving both consumer and industrial markets, with a strong focus on manufacturing reliability, quality, and continuous improvement. This is an environment where autonomy is encouraged, leadership is accessible, and high visibility allows professionals to make meaningful contributions quickly.

Role Summary
The Process Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring safe, stable, and efficient manufacturing operations across multiple facilities. This individual will lead process improvement initiatives, troubleshoot complex production challenges, and support capital and operational projects that directly impact performance.

This role blends hands on engineering, project ownership, and strategic problem solving. You will partner closely with plant leadership, operations teams, and cross functional stakeholders to identify opportunities, implement improvements, and drive measurable results in uptime, quality, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities
Analyze plant operations data to improve process stability, reliability, and efficiency
Collaborate with plant managers and operators to identify and resolve production challenges
Lead root cause analysis, incident reviews, and corrective action implementation
Develop and improve SOPs to enhance consistency and operational performance
Support and manage capital projects including equipment upgrades and facility improvements
Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and improve throughput
Conduct plant audits and inspections to ensure compliance with standards and continuous improvement
Partner with R and D, supply chain, and finance teams to support process optimization and business initiatives

Key Requirements
 Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or related field
5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment with process improvement focus
Proven experience transitioning processes from development to full scale production
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Hands on experience with capital projects, equipment design, or process optimization
Familiarity with PLC systems, 3D modeling tools such as SolidWorks, and data analysis techniques is preferred
Experience with statistical analysis, process control, and manufacturing data interpretation is a plus
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across operations, engineering, and leadership teams
Self driven and adaptable with the ability to operate independently in an evolving environment

Call to Action
If you are looking for a high impact engineering role where you can take ownership, influence outcomes, and grow within a fast evolving organization, we encourage you to apply today. Please submit your resume and contact information to The Intersect Group to learn more.

About the Company

The Intersect Group

The Intersect Group is a different and better business partner. We create unparalleled value for our clients by combining industry-leading Consulting capabilities with comprehensive Staffing and recruitment services. Clients trust us to deliver results based on our deep expertise and proven resources within finance, accounting, and information technology. Through our flexible delivery approach, you get the right solution, at the right time to accelerate your success and achieve all of your mission-critical objectives.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2006