Process Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.
Location: Akron, OH 44312
Description:
About Us
At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.
Overview
Responsible for process improvement and provides technical support for an assigned area of production operations.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Ability to work independently with little to no direction and take initiative within scope of work responsibilities as well as collaborate effectively with a team
Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
Demonstratable technical proficiency and creativity
Strong organizational and time management skills
Commitment to establish policies and procedures while pursuing continuous improvement
Demonstrated willingness to vocalize and review problems with supervisor and cross-functional team members to determine the best course of action
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Office environment with frequent work in a hot and humid production environment
Occasional work required outside
This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines
Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members
All safety procedures in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over, and reach above head less than an hour a day
Ability to occasionally lift or carry 10 pounds
Able to repetitively use hands/arms for writing and computer work
Able to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipment
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot production process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective action
Analyze current production processes and identify potential improvements
Lead a projectteam through the installation of a new process or equipment
Provide in-process technical oversight which includes production support for day-to-day issues, long term needs, and start up requirements
Communicate throughout the organization with validation, Quality,Supply Chain, Sales, etc.
Collect and analyze production data and prepare a presentation to share at department meetings
Write and review technical reports, batch production records, SOPs, work instructions, and deviations
Develop a deep understanding of operations, processes, and productflows
Evaluate existing electrical/electronic equipment (i.e. motors, servo systems, frequency drives, analog devices, network communication) for improvements
Understanding of PLCSystems {RSLogix andFactorytalk)
Analysis of electro-mechanical systems {hydraulic, pneumatic, boiler and steam) for improvements
Other duties as assigned
Salary Range
80,000.00 - 92,000.00
EEO Statement
Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.
At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.
Overview
Responsible for process improvement and provides technical support for an assigned area of production operations.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Ability to work independently with little to no direction and take initiative within scope of work responsibilities as well as collaborate effectively with a team
Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
Demonstratable technical proficiency and creativity
Strong organizational and time management skills
Commitment to establish policies and procedures while pursuing continuous improvement
Demonstrated willingness to vocalize and review problems with supervisor and cross-functional team members to determine the best course of action
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Office environment with frequent work in a hot and humid production environment
Occasional work required outside
This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines
Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members
All safety procedures in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over, and reach above head less than an hour a day
Ability to occasionally lift or carry 10 pounds
Able to repetitively use hands/arms for writing and computer work
Able to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipment
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot production process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective action
Analyze current production processes and identify potential improvements
Lead a projectteam through the installation of a new process or equipment
Provide in-process technical oversight which includes production support for day-to-day issues, long term needs, and start up requirements
Communicate throughout the organization with validation, Quality,Supply Chain, Sales, etc.
Collect and analyze production data and prepare a presentation to share at department meetings
Write and review technical reports, batch production records, SOPs, work instructions, and deviations
Develop a deep understanding of operations, processes, and productflows
Evaluate existing electrical/electronic equipment (i.e. motors, servo systems, frequency drives, analog devices, network communication) for improvements
Understanding of PLCSystems {RSLogix andFactorytalk)
Analysis of electro-mechanical systems {hydraulic, pneumatic, boiler and steam) for improvements
Other duties as assigned
Salary Range
80,000.00 - 92,000.00
EEO Statement
Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.