Process Engineer I

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us. Why Campbell’s… Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners). Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting. Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay. If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store. Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually. Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees. HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY... The Process R&D Engineer I is responsible for supporting process development of new products, evaluating arenaflex improvement initiatives, and troubleshooting manufacturing issues within the Meals & Sauces R&D Team with assistance from the manager and/or seasoned process engineer. Collaboration with the more experienced engineers and product developers will provide technical training and guidance to accelerate technical learning and understanding of the Process R&D Engineering function. This individual will perform basic plant/pilot plant feasibilities, implementation of new product/processes/packaging initiatives, as well as improving and troubleshooting manufacturing issues. Foundational understanding of documentation and communication skills for all testing results is required with emerging skills in experimental design, knowledge of manufacturing systems & processes, and technical leadership within the R&D function. WHAT YOU WILL DO... • Collaborate with the manager, senior engineer, &/or product development to perform basic plant/pilot plant feasibilities, implementation of new product/processes/packaging initiatives, as well as improving/troubleshooting plant manufacturing issues. • Evaluate formula margin opportunities with close collaboration with the Enabler Acceleration Team. • Develop test plans (i.e., design of experiments) for all feasibility work with a foundational understanding and execution of result documentation and communication. • Learn all internal thermal plant/WHQ pilot plant equipment to enable successful translation and scale-up. • Begin to understand co-man capabilities and technologies across Meals & Sauces, Beverage, and Distinctive Brand portfolio(s). • Troubleshoot against product & ingredient technical problems/gaps across the Meals & Sauce, Beverage, and Distinctive Brand portfolio(s). • Develop technical thought leadership, business & creative problem-solving skills. • Develop project management & prioritization skills • Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of external activities (new technologies, best practices, regulations, etc.) for continued growth and development. Complexity & Scope • Basic Understanding of scale-up and manufacturing technical challenges. • Proficient decision-making and project management. • Ability to lay out and execute statistically valid equipment/product tests. • Emerging ability to multitask and work comfortably with senior engineers and/or cross-functional partners within R&D, corporate engineering, and business teams. • Experience with technical food knowledge (i.e., equipment/processes) and associated applications. • Emerging thought leadership for technical programs. • Ability to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team; proactive self-starter. • Emerging thought leadership for technical programs. • Developing written, verbal, computer, and presentation skills. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH… • The position will report directly to the R&D Manager – Process Engineering and will partner with more seasoned Process R&D Engineers and Product Development for all project work. WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE... (MUST HAVES) • BS Engineering Required • Minimum 1+ year in Food, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering within R&D or Manufacturing Facility (or related co-op/internship experiences) Working Conditions • Travel (up to 30%) is associated with feasibility and start-up at CSC manufacturing plants, equipment, and trials at vendor and co-manufacturing. A significant portion of the job is in the thermal production environment. • Ability to walk or stand up to three-quarters of the workday. Physical ability to handle weights of approximately thirty pounds. Compensation and Benefits: The arenaflex base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $77,400-$111,200 Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law. Apply tot his job

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