Process Improvement Engineer
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Location: Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Description:
Job Description
Job Title: Process Improvement Engineer
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Target Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000/year
Benefits: PTO, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Job Summary:
This role plays a critical role in developing and scaling cosmetic products. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing and advancing both new and existing processes involved in the formulation and manufacturing of high-performance cosmetic products. These processes may include both wet processes (emulsions, single-phase products, dispersions, etc.) and dry processes (loose and pressed powders), among others. As part of the R&D team, this person will serve as the liason between the formulation chemist and bulk manufacturing.
Job Duties:
Qualifications:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.
As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.
With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone's unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.
Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.
As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.
Job Title: Process Improvement Engineer
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Target Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000/year
Benefits: PTO, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Job Summary:
This role plays a critical role in developing and scaling cosmetic products. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing and advancing both new and existing processes involved in the formulation and manufacturing of high-performance cosmetic products. These processes may include both wet processes (emulsions, single-phase products, dispersions, etc.) and dry processes (loose and pressed powders), among others. As part of the R&D team, this person will serve as the liason between the formulation chemist and bulk manufacturing.
Job Duties:
- Design, optimize, and scale up key unit processes for cosmetic product manufacturing, focusing on enhancing product quality, performance, and production efficiency.
- Work closely with product development, R&D, and manufacturing teams to integrate novel processes and technologies into large-scale production, with an emphasis on UV protection (SPF) formulation.
- Conduct advanced research to continuously improve SPF technology integration and formulate cutting-edge cosmetic products that meet market trends and consumer needs.
- Monitor and analyze process performance, identifying areas for optimization, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions to maintain high-quality product output.
- Ensure all processes comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols, especially in the cosmetic and skincare sectors.
- Maintain detailed records of processes, formulations, and procedural modifications to ensure proper documentation and traceability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Proven experience in process scale-up, preferably within the cosmetics, food, or pharmaceutical industries. Beauty Industry or Personal Care experience is a big plus.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and process optimization.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and market demands in the beauty industry.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-growing environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
#inls
Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.
As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.
With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone's unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.
Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.
- 630-993-3423
- mschmitz@sterling-engineering.com
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As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.