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Process Engineer

Kerry

Rothschild, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63,000–$116,900 Per Year
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Compensation Analysis, Construction Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Cost Estimates, Documentation, Feasibility Analysis, Food and Beverage Industry, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation, Interviewing Skills, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Nutrition, Online Chat, Organizational Skills, Piping, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Flow Diagram (PFD), Process Improvement, Production Management, Productivity Model, Project Development, Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Reimbursement, Requirements Management, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standards Development, Symmetric MultiProcessing (SMP) Computing, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Video Chat
LOCATION
Rothschild, WI
POSTED
Today


​Requisition ID 60657

Position Type (US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement




About Kerry


Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.




Key responsibilities



•  Using continuous improvement tools, leads projects to improve equipment cleanliness, debottleneck processes, improve throughput, reduce waste, and decrease costs.•  Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to detail operations of new equipment or revises SOP’s to reflect changes to operations as a result of modifications to existing equipment.•  Develops capacity models for existing processing lines and identifies bottlenecks that restrict capacity. Suggests projects that can improve capacity on the line.•  Creates capital proposal including scope document, cost estimate and timeliness for management review and approval.•  Manages projects to meet all technical requirements.•  Develops project specifications and systems by making calculations, preparing process flow diagrams (PFD’s), piping and instrumentation drawings (P&ID’s), site and floor plans.•  Leads the selection of contractors/vendors and supervises same in actual design and specifications of installations.•  Conducts feasibility studies for new or existing systems.•  Assists in training Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Operators in the proper operation of equipment and prepare various instruction manuals.•  Assis in the revisions to Standard Manufacturing Procedures (SMP’s).•  Other duties as assigned.


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.





Qualifications and skills



Education


• Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field preferred, but not required.• Candidates with equivalent hands‑on experience in mechanical, electrical, or food‑processing environments will be fully considered.• Early‑career professionals, recent graduates, or individuals transitioning from technical or operations roles are encouraged to apply.


Experience


• 1–3 years of experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or capital projects, or relevant co‑op, internship, apprenticeship, or technician experience.• Exposure to project management activities such as scheduling, documentation, cost tracking, vendor coordination, or drawing reviews.• Basic understanding of engineering resource usage and cost awareness (with guidance and oversight).• Interest or introductory experience in food processing operations or sanitary design principles preferred.• Process improvement exposure through continuous improvement initiatives, Lean, Six Sigma projects, kaizen events, or on‑the‑job problem solving is an asset.• Experience working in or alongside manufacturing, maintenance, quality, or operations teams is preferred.


Key Competencies (Developing Level)• Ability to support project execution under the guidance of senior engineers or project managers.• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to track tasks, risks, and action items.• Strong willingness to learn engineering, project, and plant standards.• Effective communication skills when working with internal teams and external vendors.• Developing capability to coordinate internal resources and interface with external engineering or construction partners, with supervision.





Compensation Data



The pay range for this position is $63,000 to $116,900 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on June 27, 2026.





We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.





​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 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. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).


Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.


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