Process Engineer

Company : Dairy Farmers of America
Location : St Paul, MN, 55130
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Contractor
Category : Industrial Engineering
Occupation : Process Engineer
Job Details
Job Description
nGeneral Purpose:
nThe Process Engineer uses engineering knowledge to continually optimize and improve processes and activities at operating facilities through plant performance testing, monitoring and data analysis. Provide technical support to the plant focused on operational improvement, technology selection, optimization, and troubleshooting. He/she will also help develop test plans, execute the test plans, analyze the results, prepare the reports, make recommendations to Senior Management, and work on the implementation of the new plant improvements. Work with the Engineering team in the evaluation, proposal, and implementation of new technologies, and construction of capital projects.
nJob Duties and Responsibilities:
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Troubleshoot problems with production and take corrective action or propose necessary projects to correct.
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Recommend areas and methods for process improvement.
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Research the purchase of equipment or upgrades to existing equipment.
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Monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting data from other technical and operations personnel.
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Evaluate, implement, and monitor processes and operating systems for the manufacture of products.
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Prepare and closely manage project budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
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Closely work with Project Administration team to ensure electronic documentation of all project related activities and paperwork.
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Create/edit/maintain necessary documentation.
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Support the conversion of small-scale processes into commercially viable large-scale operations.
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Review and comment on technical specifications and engineering drawings in support of projects.
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Review and comment on technical scopes of work for engineering contractors on large capital projects lead by the corporate project group.
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Develop, review and comment on technical scopes of work for engineering contractors for smaller, plant lead capital projects.
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Perform cost/benefit analysis for various design alternatives.
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Perform engineering calculations required to define conceptual and detail designs.
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Communicate needs in clear, effective and timely manner.
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Interface with vendors to evaluate material and equipment selections.
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Interface with suppliers for field support of various equipment and systems.
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Assist in performance of compliance and acceptance testing.
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Support construction projects as required for on-site technical support.
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Assist in plant start-up and commissioning activities.
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Support environmental permitting and compliance issues.
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Support operations in the development, review and implementation of procedures to ensure safe, efficient and reliable operation.
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Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
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Safety Protocol
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Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
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Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
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Support safety policies and programs.
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Requirements
nEducation and Experience:
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A bachelor’s degree in an engineering field is required.
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A minimum of three to five years of work experience in a related field is required.
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Experience with AutoCAD is desired.
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Experience with Capital projects, Project Management, and safety is required
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge in process engineering with experience in aseptic operations (Tetra) is preferred.
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Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
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Intermediate math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, algebra, geometry comparative analysis, measurements, statistical analysis).
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The ideal person will remain current on existing and emerging technical advances of equipment, facilities and process controls.
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Working knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, FDA, USDA and OSHA regulations
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Communicate well both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
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Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
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Demonstrate excellent organizational and project management skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
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Implement processes to organize and complete tasks, organize people and activities to support the process flow, ability to measure process success, insight to see opportunities for synergy and integration, and the aptitude to simplify complex processes.
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Strong vendor/contractor management skills with demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
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Ability to think ahead and plan over a 1 to 3 year timeframe.
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Effective problem analysis and problem resolution at both the strategic and functional levels.
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Working knowledge of building codes, permits, and blue print reading
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
nPay Range
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