Process Engineer

We are passionate about what we do. If you are looking for an opportunity to be a part of an awesome team that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we are the right company for you.

Fuji Vegetable Oil, Inc. is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic team player to join our Engineering Team as a Process Engineer in our Savannah, GA Plant.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Fuji Vegetable Oil (FVO) has an Excellent Benefits package including Semi- Annual Bonus Opportunities, Company 401K contribution of 12.5%, traditional health and welfare benefits, PTO and paid holidays.

We also provide Basic Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance & Remote Health Care as well as an Employee Assistance Program.

We offer several outstanding health insurance options; our full-time employees are eligible for health benefits on their first day of work. Employees may also enroll dependents, including their legal spouse and dependent children under age 26.

FVO provides uniforms, boot vouchers and required PPE.

Summary. As a Process Engineer within our manufacturing plant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency, quality, and safety of the production processes within your assigned department. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing operations, enhancing productivity, and maintaining the high standards of our food products. You will collaborate with cross functional teams and utilize your technical skills to implement process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead plant HAZOP’s and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor efficient and effective manufacturing processes within the designated department.
• Analyze existing production process, identify areas for improvement and design strategies to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure seamless integration of process improvements while minimizing disruptions.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot any process related issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Utilize data analysis and statistical methods to monitor process performance, identify trends, and make data driven decisions.
• Collaborate with research and development teams to scale up new products or optimize existing ones for large scale production.
• Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure machinery and equipment are operating optimally and coordinate maintenance schedules.
• Provide technical expertise and training to production staff to ensure consistent adherence to process guidelines.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for new project implementation, process modifications, and facility expansions.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes related to food manufacturing processes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Rotating on call nights and weekends
• Serve as back-up to Production Manager and Production Assistant Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Food Science, or related field.

Proven experience of 5 plus years in a Process Engineering role

Strong understanding of food processing technologies, equipment, and industry best practices.

Proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, and process optimization techniques.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically under pressure.

Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross functional teams and convey technical information.

Knowledge of safety and quality regulations governing food manufacturing.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to type on a computer keyboard; climb or balance, sometimes on top of product tanks approximately 60 feet off the ground; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision correctable to read computer screen, lab equipment controls, and industry manuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic and/or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.