Process Engineer - Dairy
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on818, West Boise Avenue, Southeast Boise, Boise, Ada County, Idaho, 83706, United States
Why Choose Us?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.
About the Role
ACI is seeking an experienced Dairy Process Engineer to support manufacturing line optimization, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across its operations. This is a corporate position that will work directly with plant leadership, operations, and engineering teams to improve throughput, reduce variability, and establish scalable, best-practice process standards.
The Dairy Process Engineer will take a hands-on, data-driven approach to evaluating current-state operations, identifying performance gaps, and supporting the design and execution of practical improvements. The role will report to the Director of Corporate Engineering. This is a full-time role, intended to accelerate near-term operational results while building sustainable process capabilities within ACI. The position requires regular travel to ACI sites as business needs dictate.
This role owns process standards and standard work for assigned process areas and is expected to influence capital, automation/controls, and operating strategy decisions through technical leadership and change management.
Benefits & Culture
We provide a variety of benefits including competitive wages paid weekly, access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday via our partnership with Stream, and associate discounts. Eligible associates enjoy health and financial well-being benefits (Medical, Dental, 401k and more), along with time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
We are committed to an inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve. Leaders are invested in your training, career growth, and development. You can view our values video on our internal portal.
Application Instructions
A copy of the full job description can be made available to you upon request.
Work location
Work model: On-site
818, West Boise Avenue, Southeast Boise, Boise, Ada County, Idaho, 83706, United States
Boise, Idaho
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssess existing manufacturing lines and process flows to identify constraints and inefficiencies
- check_circleLead process optimization initiatives focused on throughput improvement and yield enhancement
- check_circleCollaborate with plant engineering and automation teams to implement line modifications
- check_circleSupport operator training and change management associated with new process standards
- check_circleApply continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable operational gains across sites
- check_circleAnalyze production data to track results, identify trends, and inform decision-making
- check_circleDevelop and standardize best-practice operating procedures and process control strategies
- check_circleOptimize CIP circuits and sanitation effectiveness while maintaining food safety standards
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Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related discipline
- verified5 plus years of experience in dairy or refrigerated food manufacturing
- verifiedHands on experience with dairy unit operations (pasteurization, homogenization, etc.)
- verifiedExposure to industrial controls and automation (PLC/SCADA)
- verifiedExperience with manufacturing/process data extraction (FactoryTalk, Ignition, SQL)
- verifiedFamiliarity with dairy regulatory frameworks (FDA/PMO, HACCP)
- verifiedProficiency with statistical analysis tools (advanced Excel)
- verifiedFamiliarity with Lean manufacturing frameworks
Nice to Have
Basic SQL or data-extraction skills
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to up to 50% of earned wages before payday via Stream partnershipcheck_circleAssociate discountscheck_circleHealth and financial well-being benefits including Medical, Dental, and 401kcheck_circleTime off including vacation, holidays, and sick pay
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Dairy Unit Operations, Pasteurization, HTST, Uht, Homogenization, Separation, Standardization.
Education: Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial engineering, or related discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies
What does a Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies will assess existing manufacturing lines and process flows to identify constraints and inefficiencies; lead process optimization initiatives focused on throughput improvement and yield enhancement; collaborate with plant engineering and automation teams to implement line modifications; and support operator training and change management associated with new process standards.
What are the requirements for this Process Engineer - Dairy role?expand_more
Albertsons Companies is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related discipline; 5 plus years of experience in dairy or refrigerated food manufacturing; Hands on experience with dairy unit operations (pasteurization, homogenization, etc.); Exposure to industrial controls and automation (PLC/SCADA); Experience with manufacturing/process data extraction (FactoryTalk, Ignition, SQL); and Familiarity with dairy regulatory frameworks (FDA/PMO, HACCP).
Where is the Process Engineer - Dairy role at Albertsons Companies located?expand_more
Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies is based in 818, West Boise Avenue, Southeast Boise, Boise, Ada County, Idaho, 83706, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Process Engineer - Dairy job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Albertsons Companies has listed this Process Engineer - Dairy role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Process Engineer - Dairy role?expand_more
Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Process Engineer - Dairy role at Albertsons Companies?expand_more
Key skills for Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies include Chemical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Engineering; Dairy Unit Operations; Pasteurization; HTST; Uht; and Homogenization.
What education is required for Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial engineering, or related discipline required.
What category does the Process Engineer - Dairy role belong to?expand_more
Process Engineer - Dairy at Albertsons Companies is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.