Process Engineer
Ingredion · Bedford Park, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Base pay
- $84k–$113k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Ingredion (food & beverage) in Bedford Park, IL. You will drive manufacturing excellence by optimizing processes, improving plant performance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Base pay
- $84k–$113k
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About the role
What you will do
- ◆Monitor, analyze, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, yield, and cost performance.
- ◆Lead process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects that drive operational efficiencies and cost savings.
- ◆Develop engineering documentation including process flow diagrams, material and energy balances, P&IDs, and process control strategies.
- ◆Troubleshoot process and equipment issues while providing technical support to production and maintenance teams.
- ◆Manage small capital projects from concept through implementation and startup.
- ◆Update and maintain Management of Change (MOC) documentation and ensure compliance with EHSSQ requirements.
- ◆Establish, implement, and monitor best operating practices, critical routines, and process standardization efforts across the plant.
Who you are
- ✓Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable solutions.
- ✓Effective leadership and influencing skills with the ability to drive results without direct authority.
- ✓Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for challenging the status quo and identifying better ways of working.
- ✓Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- ✓Adaptability, organization, and a results-driven approach in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
- ✓Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
- ✓Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
- ✓Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
- ✓Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
- ✓Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
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About Ingredion
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Bedford Park, IL (Argo Plant)
Workplace type: Onsite
As a Process Engineer, you will drive manufacturing excellence by optimizing processes, improving plant performance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. This role plays a critical part in identifying opportunities, implementing technical solutions, and standardizing best practices across operations.
As a Process Engineer , you will be responsible for monitoring and optimizing manufacturing processes, troubleshooting operational challenges, and leading process improvement projects. The role partners closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver sustainable improvements in safety, quality, reliability, and overall plant performance while supporting capital projects and operational standardization.
This role reports to the Process Engineering Manager and does not have direct people management responsibility but leads cross-functional teams and influences stakeholders across plant operations.
What you will bring
- •Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
- •Experience optimizing and standardizing manufacturing or industrial processes.
- •Proven experience leading process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
- •Knowledge of process engineering principles, process control systems, and manufacturing operations.
- •Experience supporting capital projects, process troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Relocation Available
Yes, Within Country
Pay Range
$84,400.00-$112,533.33 Annual