R&D Process Engineer

R&D Process EngineerSomerset - Somerset, NJ 08873OverviewSalary Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Job Shift Office 8:30AM-5PM Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category ResearchDescriptionDo you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you're looking for!At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch's® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.We are looking for a Process Engineer interested in a career with a top ranked and growing snack company, to join our R&D department at PIM's Somerset site, New Jersey. This position will report to our Manager, Product Development & Processing, Research and Development.Job OverviewWorks within the parameters of manufacturing and personnel to develop or improve the processes to improve efficiency and/or decrease costsResponsible for the overall process design and measures for the improvement of manufacturingFormulates manufacturing processes for new products and works closely with Research and Development to scale up processes from the laboratory to productionWorks to improve the present manufacturing or production processes to boost productivity, quality and profitabilityThis position interacts with production, engineering, QA/QC and plant managementComplies with GMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safetyOperates within given SOP parameters that ensure desired food quality results and maintain customer specification requirementsQualificationsWorks closely with R&D, marketing and other functions to formulate a manufacturing process for new productsConduct trials for new products, to change/modify existing products or when new equipment is introducedReport food safety and quality issues to Plant management and SQFPFollow PIM Brands GMP rulesMonitor fellow employees for adherence to GMP's.Scale up products from the R&D phase to productionWork closely with plant and production management as well as engineering to develop a cost effective and efficient production processEstablish detailed specifications for the production of all productsConduct tests on systems for efficiency and accuracy to obtain a quality product and cost effective processImprove the present manufacturing or production processes to boost productivity, quality and profitabilityImplement the transition of new technologyIdentify and/or address process problems or product problems which can be related to the production processCollect, interpret and analyze data to look for optimal results and outcomesDevelop new processes and formulationsConduct process development trials to scale in the laboratoryWork with R&D to scale up products to the production processSupport conversion of small-scale processes into commercially viable large scale operationMonitor modifications and upgrades, and troubleshoot existing processesWork with engineering on equipment needs and sourcingWork closely with product when processes are finalized and approved for implementation to ensure the complete understanding is achieved (turnover to production)Optimize all processes for desired resultsPrepare reports, flow diagrams and chartsAbility to work additional hours as neededEducation, Experience and TrainingBachelor of Science degree in an engineering field is strongly preferredAdvanced degree in food science desiredProduct development in a food manufacturing plant or setting neededExcellent oral and written communication skills required, bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plusAbility to deliver professional and effective presentations to management and staff is essentialComputer proficiency in office software requiredMust possess strong analytical, problem solving skills along with sound judgmentStatistical process control and quality systems experience requiredAbility to anticipate as well as avoid potential problems based on prior experiences and knowledge of manufacturing and quality systemsAbility to work flexible hours when neededWilling to be trained on other aspects of the businessWorksite:The PIM Brands Manufacturing Site is located in Somerset, New JerseyThe PIM Brands Manufacturing Site is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekThis position requires working onsite.We are proud to offer:Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position)Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much moreDiverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of lifePersonal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidaysBusiness casual dressEntrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement.Awards & Accolades:#10 Candy Company in North America#26 Global Candy CompanyMakers of Welch's - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.2024 Advocate of the Year AwardRecognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC MarketTop 50 Employer in New JerseyPIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer