Technologist, PPI at MARS Group

Mattoon, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

97574.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Development, Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis, HACCP, Risk Assessments, Quality Assurance, Engineering Disciplines, Supply Chain Collaboration, Process Capability Evaluations, Test Plan Support, Lean Thinking, Value-Added Engineering, Scale-Up Risk Management, Waste Reduction, Downtime Reduction

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Job Description: This position will be the main support for all R&D activities within their respective site including but not limited to the trials and start-ups of new products, packaging, and raw materials. This position will lead process development activities for basic new product development projects that do not include major new ingredient streams and new technologies. In addition, this position will also implement sustainable process improvement initiatives & COGS through the use of root cause and statistical analysis tools and be the Process representative in site HACCP and Risk Assessments at their respective site. This role requires ability to use and apply basic knowledge of Quality & Engineering disciplines including Statistical Process Control, to execute activities aligned with the overall Petcare R&D strategy. Significant collaboration is expected with Quality, Supply and Engineering including CVS support. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements Associate’s degree with 2-3 years technical/manufacturing experience or equivalent Ability to travel up to 15% Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Food Process Engineering or related R&D discipline (Food Science, Animal Science, Packaging Science, Microbiology). Multi-site working experience Proven creative, value-added, results producer What will be your key responsibilities? Support the effective execution of line trials and process capability evaluations. Support test plans and use SPC data analysis to quantify key process and packaging machine parameters and fundamental mechanisms at both pilot and factory scale. Implement scalable operating specifications collaboratively developed with Product Development and Process development to achieve exceptional product attribute targets and ensure superior product quality and food safety. Provide SPC System support to Supply, Quality, Process Development & Product Development on existing processes Basic understanding of Lean Thinking principles and Value-Added Engineering Work as part of the R&D team to support the scale-up risk and introduction of technology into supply chain Pursue process improvement opportunities as agreed upon and prioritized by the Process Development Manager & COGS Team, across the factory network focused on reducing waste, downtime and/or energy usage and/or increasing production rates Participate R&D at site FMOS meetings, daily product quality cuttings, and CI discussions. Minor Project and Budget responsibilities are required with potential contractor and technician management responsibility. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Mars does not sponsor visas for this role. This position is not eligible for relocation benefits. #LI-Onsite #LI-AM1 The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 70,963.00 - USD 97,574.00

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Responsibilities

This role serves as the primary support for R&D activities, leading process development for basic new product projects and implementing sustainable process improvements using analytical tools. Key duties include supporting line trials, evaluating process capability, and providing SPC system support to various site teams.