Job Description
As a Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in optimizing manufacturing processes to improve process control and productivity. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the facility process control plan, collaborating with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement, and providing technical support for process upsets. Your role is vital in driving operational excellence and ensuring high-quality and timely service to both internal and external customers.
ResponsibilitiesDevelop the facility process control plan to establish a clear operating envelope for each system.Optimize manufacturing processes through daily monitoring, analysis, and reporting of critical process data.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and provide technical support for process upsets.Communicate and collaborate across the organization to implement process control development and operational framework plant-wide.Support the development of standard operating procedures for plant operations.Provide daily reporting and analysis of plant-wide KPIs.Identify cause and effect relationships using a data-driven approach.Organize and manage multiple projects and tasks to ensure high-quality and timely service.Collaborate with other functions such as production, engineering, and EHS on projects and resolving process concerns.Perform all other related duties as assigned.Essential SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering from an accredited College or University.5+ years of experience in process improvement within a manufacturing environment.Proven leadership skills to champion change and promote a positive team atmosphere.Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and propose solutions for process optimization.Collaborative skills to work within cross-functional teams and champion change.Understanding of process flows, P&ID’s, and mass/energy balances.Experience with process control systems and data historians.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong track record of delivering business results through time management and prioritization.Additional Skills & QualificationsSix Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.Previous experience with metallurgical processes preferred.Experience using statistical software and tools.Work Environment
The work environment requires a willingness and ability to wear a full-face respirator mask directly against skin, with or without reasonable accommodation. You must be able to work in a hot/high temperature production facility while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Eagan,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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