Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer Job Description The Process Engineer will support and enhance Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems in a food manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on cleaning performance, validation, process monitoring, troubleshooting, sanitation verification, documentation, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Food Safety, EHS, and external suppliers to ensure CIP systems operate effectively and consistently while meeting regulatory and food safety requirements. Responsibilities Monitor and evaluate CIP system performance using PLC-generated process data and operational records to ensure consistent and effective cleaning. Review and trend critical cleaning parameters, including temperature, flow, conductivity, chemical concentration, pressure, and cycle duration, to identify deviations and improvement opportunities. Participate in CIP validation, verification, and continuous improvement activities to strengthen sanitation programs and process reliability. Investigate CIP performance issues and lead or support root cause analysis to resolve system and process-related problems. Support corrective and preventive actions related to sanitation and cleaning processes to prevent recurrence of issues and improve overall performance. Audit CIP execution and documentation to ensure compliance with established procedures, regulatory standards, and internal policies. Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Scheduling, and other stakeholders on CIP planning, scheduling, and operational readiness. Assist with troubleshooting pumps, valves, tanks, heat exchangers, instrumentation, sanitary piping systems, and chemical dosing systems that impact CIP effectiveness. Maintain validation records, audit documentation, training records, and process improvement tracking to provide accurate and complete documentation for internal and external reviews. Support food safety, regulatory, SQF, GMP, and customer audit requirements by ensuring CIP systems and documentation meet applicable standards. Participate in process improvement projects related to cleaning systems, sanitation performance, and operational efficiency to optimize production and reduce downtime. Essential Skills At least 3 years of experience in food, medical, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Hands‑on experience with Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems in a manufacturing or processing setting. Practical experience working with pumps, valves, tanks, heat exchangers, and sanitary piping systems. Strong understanding of process and manufacturing flow within a regulated production environment. Experience reviewing and interpreting process data, production records, or automated system data. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field. Demonstrated skills in process improvement, process engineering, continuous improvement, and manufacturing processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in FDA, HACCP, SQF, GMP, or GFSI-regulated manufacturing environments. Experience supporting CIP validation and verification programs, including documentation and audit readiness. Experience interpreting PLC-generated process data and equipment trends to diagnose issues and optimize performance. Knowledge of monitoring and analyzing conductivity, flow, temperature, pressure, and chemical concentration parameters. Familiarity with food safety and regulatory requirements related to sanitation and cleaning processes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills. Effective communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and documentation. Detail‑oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. Work Environment This role is based in a food manufacturing environment that relies on Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems to maintain high standards of sanitation and product safety. You will work closely with production lines and processing equipment, including pumps, valves, tanks, heat exchangers, sanitary piping systems, instrumentation, and chemical dosing systems. The position involves regular interaction with cross-functional teams such as Quality, Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Food Safety, EHS, and external suppliers. Work may include reviewing PLC-generated process data, monitoring cleaning parameters, auditing documentation, and participating in validation and verification activities. The environment emphasizes regulatory compliance, food safety, and continuous improvement, with a culture that values collaboration, technical excellence, and operational efficiency. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Saline, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr