{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ab7feebe4a292e09d79f7a34","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ab7feebe4a292e09d79f7a34","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ab7feebe4a292e09d79f7a34","title":"Process Engineer/Chemist","description":"Job Summary: Vibrant Ingredients seeks a highly skilled, detail-oriented Process Engineer/Chemist to optimize production processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the quality and consistency of Vibrant’s products.\n\nSkills, Traits, & Competencies:\n\nProcess Technology: > 10 years’ experience in the Food Industry with a proven track record of improving process performance, product quality & operational outcomes.\nExperience and knowledge of a wide range of process technologies: Biological and Fermentation technologies, Natural Extraction including Spinning Cone, Drying technologies including vacuum drying. Separation & Fractionation technologies.\nExcellent technical execution and project management skills\nHighly developed organizational skills\nWell-developed communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization.\nAbility to travel up to 25%\n\nKey Duties and Responsibilities:\n\nAnalyze existing manufacturing lines to identify process inefficiencies. Redefine processing parameters to maximize raw material utilization, yield and minimize cost.\nUtilize Design of Experiments and Statistical Process Control to model manufacturing variables and establish optimal operational windows for critical processes.\nPartner with continuous improvement teams to minimize product loss, improve quality and consistency, optimize sanitation cycles, and reduce energy consumption.\nLead complex troubleshooting efforts for recurring process deviations, batch failures, or out-of-specification products. Implement robust Corrective and Preventive Actions to permanently eliminate process variability.\nOversee the optimization phase of new product introductions, transforming pilot-scale formulas into highly efficient, repeatable commercial-scale processes. Define and validate key process indicators.\nCollaborate with operations team to update and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect optimized processing methods, ensuring seamless adoption by plant operators.\nManage and drive projects to a successful outcome.\n\n Minimum Qualifications:\n\nScience degree or higher (preferably in Food Science/Chemistry/Engineering) from a reputable school\nProven track record of success in the Food industry in process optimization.\nGood understanding of processes and related changes in food ingredients\nGood knowledge of variety of manufacturing processes such as fermentation, extraction, drying of ingredients\nExcellent organizational and time management skills.\nHighly established project management skills including MS Office (Excel, PPT, Word, etc.)\n\nAbout Vibrant Ingredients\n\nFounded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise. 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Implement robust Corrective and Preventive Actions to permanently eliminate process variability.\nOversee the optimization phase of new product introductions, transforming pilot-scale formulas into highly efficient, repeatable commercial-scale processes. Define and validate key process indicators.\nCollaborate with operations team to update and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect optimized processing methods, ensuring seamless adoption by plant operators.\nManage and drive projects to a successful outcome.\n\n Minimum Qualifications:\n\nScience degree or higher (preferably in Food Science/Chemistry/Engineering) from a reputable school\nProven track record of success in the Food industry in process optimization.\nGood understanding of processes and related changes in food ingredients\nGood knowledge of variety of manufacturing processes such as fermentation, extraction, drying of ingredients\nExcellent organizational and time management skills.\nHighly established project management skills including MS Office (Excel, PPT, Word, etc.)\n\nAbout Vibrant Ingredients\n\nFounded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise. 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