Process Engineer
Ripple Foods
Process Engineer – High-Speed Manufacturing (CPG / Beverage)
Location: Alsip, IL
Compensation: $115,000–$144,000 base + up to 10% bonus
Shifts Available:
- 1st: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Industry: Food & Beverage | CPG | High-Speed Manufacturing
The Opportunity
This is a newly created Process Engineer role with one of the most stable and recognizable manufacturers in the Midwest. The company operates a large, recently renovated production facility and continues to reinvest heavily in automation, technology, infrastructure, and—most importantly—its people.
If you’re a Process Engineer who thrives in highly automated, fast-paced environments and enjoys driving continuous improvement on the plant floor, this is a chance to make a real impact while building a long-term career with a company known for job security, upward mobility, and internal growth.
There are three openings (one per shift) due to expansion.
Why Engineers Stay Here
- Extremely stable business with no shortage of work
- Strong track record of internal promotion at both plant and corporate levels
- Ongoing investment in automation, equipment upgrades, and technology
- Large, modern facility with multiple high-speed production lines
- Collaborative, team-first culture—even within a union environment
- Ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders across operations
What You’ll Be Doing
Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement
- Serve as the subject matter expert for manufacturing processes across assigned production lines
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, throughput, cost reduction, and KPI performance
- Apply Lean and data-driven methodologies to reduce variation and improve process capability
Plant Floor & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams
- Influence hourly production teams and plant leadership without direct authority
- Support process adjustments, centerlining, and process control plans
Data, Automation & Optimization
- Analyze equipment efficiency, material usage, and process performance
- Apply statistical tools (SPC, capability studies, variation reduction) to guide decisions
- Support automation upgrades and equipment improvements (no new line commissioning planned)
Flexibility & Support
- While assigned to a primary shift, provide occasional off-shift support as issues arise—especially during peak summer production months
What We’re Looking For
Highly Preferred
- 4–8+ years of Process Engineering experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
- Background in food & beverage, bottling, CPG, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing
- Strong understanding of automated production lines (bottling, packaging, blow molding, etc.)
- Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics preferred)
- Comfortable spending time on the plant floor and working cross-functionally
Nice to Have
- Lean Six Sigma or project management certification
- Experience working in a union manufacturing environment
- SAP or similar ERP system experience
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong influencer who can connect with both hourly operators and leadership
- Data-driven problem solver with a hands-on mindset
- Comfortable operating in a large, fast-moving plant
- Flexible and willing to support off-shifts when needed
- Looking for long-term stability with room to grow
Interview Process
- Recruiter phone screen (30 min)
- Hiring Manager video interview (30 min)
- Panel video interview with leadership (60 min)
- On-site interview & plant tour
Why This Is a Career Move
This is not a “project-only” engineering role. You’ll have ownership, visibility, and influence inside a major manufacturing operation—while working for a company that offers long-term security, competitive pay, bonuses, and advancement opportunities.
If you’re a Process Engineer looking to step into a high-impact role at a best-in-class manufacturing facility, this is a rare opportunity worth exploring.