Process Engineer

Pay GradeSalary grade 5, 8, 10, or above 10, depending on qualifications.Schedule1st ShiftMonday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Flexible to work other shifts as needed.Some travel required.Position DescriptionBest known for Little Debbie® snack cakes, America''s leading snack cake brand, Sunbelt Bakery® granola products, and Drake''s Cakes®, McKee Foods Corporation is seeking a Process Engineer to be a part of our Plant Engineering Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a company that is committed to providing consumers with quality products at an excellent value. McKee Foods is a privately held, family owned company with a 50+ year history of innovation and treating employees with respect, and a deeply held belief in the importance of doing business with integrity.This is a highly technical position requiring a self-directed and responsible individual to support a highly automated manufacturing environment by identifying opportunities and executing solutions to improve reliability, quality and efficiency of plant operations and systems.Work is to be performed under the direction of the Engineering Coordinator with considerable independence. A successful candidate must demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and strong work ethic.Required Qualifications* B.S degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program* Demonstrated high level of initiative, assertiveness, and self-direction* Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple project activities* Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills* Demonstrated ability to work with people of all backgrounds at various levels: strong interpersonal and communication skills* Ability to excel in a project team environment* Ability to analyze data to identify deliverables, gaps, and inconsistencies* Strong computer skills and experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc)* Successful McKee test resultsPreferred Qualifications* Proven track record for projects delivering results within the allotted budget and schedule while meeting the needs of the customer* Experience with design, installation, and commissioning of mechanical systems* Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment* Experience working with mechanical system components such as heat exchangers, valves, gearboxes, pumps, pneumatics, etc.* Demonstrated ability to design reliable and user friendly equipment and systems* Experience troubleshooting automated production equipment* Familiarity with PLC-based control systems, preferably Allen Bradley & Modicon* Experience evaluating for safety risk and implementing safe design solutions* Working knowledge of shop practices* Ability to manage projects of varying complexity* Experience in a food-manufacturing environment* Working knowledge of sanitary design principles* Experience using CAD software, preferably SolidWorks* Familiarity with LEAN principles and conceptsDuties and Responsibilities* Develops new and innovative solutions, approaches, equipment and systems that add value to the company* Work closely with plant teams to optimize daily operations and provide engineering support to solve problems* Identify process improvement opportunities using real time equipment data* Provide technical training to manufacturing and maintenance personnel* Responsible for developing and meeting project cost, justification, schedule, and performance objectives* Lead cross-functional teams in advanced problem-solving and improvement methodologies using Root Cause Analysis* Assist in the integration of new products into existing operations* Daily interaction and support of plant operations* Help to stabilize the process by identifying and educating what the capabilities of our equipment and processes are* Participates in team meetings providing engineering input and guidance* Directs the work of contractors and administrative employees as required* Performs after hours or on-call duties, as required* Execute other duties as assignedPlease upload your resume to be fully considered for the position.EOE, including disability/veterans

Created: 2025-10-04