dsm-firmenich · 3 hours ago
Process Engineer, Fermentation - Belvidere, NJ
Belvidere, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$64K/yr - $119K/yr
1+ years expdsm-firmenich is a science-led company committed to sustainability and innovation. As a Process Engineer in Fermentation, you will provide technical direction for production processes and collaborate with various teams to optimize performance and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
BeautyChemicalHealth CareManufacturingNutrition
Responsibilities
Observes, analyzes and interprets information from process operations to identify areas for optimization. Assists Technicians with establishing and maintaining predictive/preventative programs for the area. Analyzes and solves, or manages the resources to address, technical/operational problems related to the assigned process. Leads and facilitates process troubleshooting
Conceives, plans, develops, and recommends proposals for optimizing production capacity/capability in assigned process. May manage small capital projects for area and is a resource on large projects
Assists in setting, tracking and meeting department goals. Supports plant and corporate initiatives as outlined in the manufacturing plan. Promotes teamwork and cooperation
Adheres to equipment/material specifications. Follows the change control process and ensures that change control documentation (e.g. P&ID CAD drawings, red lines, PSM, SOPS, ISO etc.) is completed for process changes
Reviews and signs batch records and reports non-conformances. Participates in and leads investigations into non-conformances and completes investigation documentation
Implements SHEQ policy compliance within work group. Participates in and leads investigations of safety/environmental incidents including root cause analysis and the development and execution of corrective actions. Participates in and leads HAZOP/pre-startup safety reviews. Responsible for insuring regulatory compliance for process critical control points (e.g., vent control devices) as assigned
Other duties assigned by Belvidere leadership
Qualification
Required
BS in Chemical Engineering (or rel. technical discipline) required
1-2 years relevant experience required, preferably in the chemical industry
Knowledge and understanding of personal computers, SAP, quality systems (cGMPs, ICHQ7A, ISO), environmental, regulatory and safety compliance
Knowledge of relevant Manufacturing Excellence work processes such as Asset Utilization and Operate Plant Normal
Knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, and Environmental practices such as PHA, RCA, etc
Must have good communications skills and the ability to present ideas effectively
Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects and work in a team environment
Where necessary, should be knowledgeable in the operation of process control instruments and systems
Must be available to support shift, weekend and holiday schedules as required
Benefits
Annual incentive pay
A retirement savings plan
Health care coverage
Paid time off
Recognition programs
A broad range of other benefits
Company
dsm-firmenich
dsm-firmenich is a nutrition, health, and beauty pioneer and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.75B2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $783.77M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.96B
2023-04-21IPO
Leadership Team
Jerry Vittoria
President Global Fine Fragrance
Recent News
2026-01-16
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