Senior Process Engineer

About the role

You will play a key role supporting Kinder's by designing, implementing, optimizing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes.

What You'll Be Doing

• We are looking for a highly detail-oriented Sr. Process Engineer to assist in development, control, and documentation of food manufacturing process to assure we produce top quality food with consistency
• Develop and optimize production processes in partnership with co-manufacturers
• Identify inconsistencies and assist in continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain process documentation and work instructions
• Travel to co-manufacturing sites to support trial and first production activities
• Support onboarding of new co-manufacturers including process transfer and validation
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to drive data-based decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field)
• Strong problem solving and data analysis skills, outside the box thinking
• Willingness and ability to travel (50%)
• 5-7 years experience in process engineering or food manufacturing

Personal Characteristics

• An ambitious individual that wants to grow their skillset at one of the premier, growing food companies
• Self-Starter that requires minimal oversight with an ability to problem solve, manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Very strong organizational skills and an extremely disciplined approach to database and documentation management
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Effective communication and teamwork skills are critical
• Accustomed to changing priorities and a high tempo, dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a great attitude to support a high growth company

Location & Pay

This position will be based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA. Additionally, it will involve 50% travel; predominantly in the U.S. The expected starting salary range for this role is $115,000–$130,000 per year.

Benefits

We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off, 401k, bonus / incentive eligibility, equity grants, competitive health benefits, and other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave.