Process Engineer

Johnson Service Group

Plymouth, IN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Asepsis, Chemical Engineering, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Food Production, Food Safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Ladder Logic, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Validation, Production Systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Purchasing/Procurement, Recipe Development, Research & Development (R&D), Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Safety Compliance, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Validation, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Plymouth, IN
POSTED
14 days ago
JSG is seeking a dynamic Process Engineer to lead the development and continuous improvement of our client’s production systems. Based in Plymouth, this pivotal role offers the opportunity to impact key operations, enhance efficiency, and support cutting-edge food manufacturing initiatives.
In this position, you will design, analyze, and refine state-of-the-art processes to meet ambitious output, quality, and cost goals. You’ll collaborate across departments—R&D, Quality, Purchasing, and Production—to translate small-scale pilot projects into robust, scalable manufacturing solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing new recipes, troubleshooting complex systems, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP, GMP, and SQF.

Pay $65/hour + and per diem for out of state candidates

Required Skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and SQF standards
  • Proficiency with SAP, WinCC, HMI, SCADA, and PLC control systems
  • Proven ability in process optimization, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Aseptic (HTST) processing systems
  • Skills in ladder logic programming or PLC control programming
  • Familiarity with data archiving systems and process validation
  • Knowledge of vessel usage, process parameters, and recipe management systems
Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Food or Chemical Engineering
  • At least 10 years’ experience in food manufacturing process development and optimization
  • Experience with new ingredient testing and scale-up procedures
Other Requirements:
  • Willingness to participate in validation and commissioning of new equipment
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, active environment
  • Willingness to travel as needed for project support

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About the Company

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Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent.  Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.jsginc.com/