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Ferrara · 4 hours ago

Sr Engineer, Acquired Sugar Portfolio

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $114K/yr

5+ years exp

Ferrara is a company focused on global sugar brands, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer for their Acquired Sugar Portfolio. This pivotal role involves leading end-to-end process development, translating product ideas into scalable manufacturing processes, and optimizing production across international markets.

ConfectioneryFood and Beverage

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leads process design and solution for various product development projects, within sugar confectionery, and ingredient applications across a diverse portfolio of sugar processing technologies

Develops process solutions for new recipes to implement into existing manufacturing processes within global markets and has a demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and ways of working

Supports the development of product design of experiments on all types of product platforms

Collaborates within R&D experts, and across functions of Engineering and Manufacturing staff in project execution, technology transfer, and problem solving

Observes, records, and evaluates experimental process data

Prepares project reports with demonstrated skills in design of experiment, analysis and conclusions

Creates process design solutions in preparation for any capital designs and requests

Brings new ideas on process solutions across the product range for different regions

Travels, both domestically and internationally (up to 25-40% of job)

Role requires on-site presence up to 5 days a week most weeks

Ensures adherence to all company policies and procedures

Understands and demonstrates the Company’s core values

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Confectionery technologyProcess design documentationFood EngineeringSAPMathematical skillsBilingual communicationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingAttention to DetailTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

Demonstrated ability to flex workstyle in different cultures, ways of working, and learning environments

Ability to apply scientific knowledge to confectionery technology (including mogul depositing technology)

Experience preparing process design documentation and solution for use in CAPEX requests

Ability to lead both product and process design trials and solutions

Comfortable operating laboratory, pilot plant, and plant equipment

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Drive for Results (Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully)

Deals with Ambiguity (Can effectively and comfortably cope with change and shifting of gears)

Attention to Detail

Works well with others and individually

Time management (Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently)

BS, Master's, or Ph.D. in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field, required

5-10 years' experience in food industry or related field

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong mathematical skills

Strong computer skills – including Microsoft Office (Word), Spreadsheets, and SAP

Preferred

bilingual if possible: Spanish preferred

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

A 401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

An annual bonus based on company performance

Company

Ferrara

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Ferrara is a confectionery company that offers sweet snacking.

Founded in 1908

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.ferrara.com

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