Sr. Process Engineer

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. 

We are hiring a Sr. Process Engineer for our corporate team to work out of either Sioux Falls, SD, or Marshall, MN (with potential consideration to Minneapolis/St. Paul for the right candidate). In this role, you will be responsible for the investigation, development, improvement, and testing of complex, new or modified food processing techniques. The position also supports department and corporation strategies in the areas of process development and engineering; test runs and specification development.

What You Will Do:

• Identify, develop, and evaluate new process technologies providing breakthrough capabilities for all innovations, renovations, and productivity initiatives within Schwan's manufacturing and co-packer facilities,
• Lead the process development and process capability assessment to ensure product design aligns with process capability.
• Develop and execute Commissioning, Qualification and Verification protocols.
• Apply advanced statistics, experimental designs (DOE) and six sigma in problem-solving.
• Interfaces with manufacturing and operations engineering departments to identify, educate and implement major cost savings projects or product improvements involving new processes, processing technology, and equipment.
• Collaborates with other R&D groups, Manufacturing, and Engineering to develop process and equipment specifications for existing and new equipment or production lines including any improvement and/or changes.
• Works with product development and manufacturing staff to develop process or equipment to reach attainment goals for new and existing production lines.
• Develops, presents, and communicates preliminary capital proposals of new processing technology, equipment, or cost reduction opportunities including determination of ROI and other benefits, process or equipment specifications, and estimated capital investment and production capacity and attainment.

What We Look For:

• Bachelor's Science in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Food are ideal). Master's of Science in Engineering preferred.
• 6+ years of related experience, ideally in manufacturing environments. 
• Working knowledge of R& D product development flow from conception to product launch.
• Strong in statistical analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to develop and execute Commissioning, Qualification and Verification protocols.
• Ability to read and produce tooling conceptual drawing with a CAD program such as SolidWorks. 3D printing experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop Process Flow Diagrams and write preliminary capital proposals. 
• Ability to perform mass balance calculations, cycle time studies, and payback calculations.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $81,750 to $136,250 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [email protected].