Danone North America
Process Engineer – Mount Crawford, VA
Job ID: 2025-21880 | 2 positions to hire | Manufacturing | Experienced Professionals
Short Intro and About the Job At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire a
Process Engineer
based in
Mount Crawford, VA !
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Process Engineer is responsible for equipment improvement, standardization, technical training, and problem solving. The role is to eliminate process losses on equipment or areas and drive standards and problem solving.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Serve as backup to the Line Leader and lead Daily Direction Setting (DDS) process when Line Leader is unavailable
Identify, prioritize, and eliminate process losses (lead discussion on losses and Top 3 Plan for the month in weekly DDS)
Provide feedback to design (materials & product initiatives) and lead smart standardization deployment
Define the equipment standards
Direct and coach the change management & validation processes
Lead, build and coach the capability of process failures technical troubleshooting
Lead and coach process benchmarking & reapplication
Collaborate with Line Leader and line team (frontline workers) to develop new standards
Design, implement and maintain systems to collect and analyze data for critical product and process parameters to identify process losses
Collaborate with line management to prioritize improvement opportunities
Eliminate or reduce (prioritized) losses through process or work system changes
Participate in the daily direction-setting process - report results, flag issues and request resources
Own critical Daily Management Systems (DMS)
Use Reliability Engineering tools to drive centerlining and loss elimination
Standardize equipment and work processes
Own the Change Management (CM) system for a designated process
Update process control strategies and operating procedures as changes occur
Share and reapply learning across processes, modules, and plants
Prepare and give training on process/equipment changes
Develop self through participating in corporate and external training
Participate in planned stops and changeovers on the line as needed
Standardize and improve changeovers and Clean In Place (CIP) activities
Spend 60-80% of time on the floor
Become a technical expert for a designated process
Train and become proficient on all basic line team roles
Coach and collaborate with the line teams and site and regional equipment or process owners
Delivers on SQCDMN daily/weekly/monthly/yearly goals and objectives through individual and team efforts
Ensures adherence to safety standards and regulations (WISE) to ensure a safe working environment
The exact salary offered for this role will depend on several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
About You Preferred Candidate Qualifications
4-year engineering degree required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Fundamental skills in influencing and persuasion
Strong interpersonal skills associated with developing trusting relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP
Ability to work in a fluid environment
Ability to identify problems, draw conclusions, and make recommended solutions
Ability to be self-directed with little supervision
Ability to adjust schedule to support 24/7 Manufacturing Operation, may include working overtime, graveyard shift and/or weekends as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; taste and/or smell, talk and hear.
Ability to bend & stoop at waist level as well as bend & twist neck and head.
The employee must regularly endure repetitive minimal to moderate lifting 10lbs up to 50lbs and occasional team lifting above 50lbs. Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and results.
The employee is frequently standing on a concrete surface for 8-, 10- or 12-hour shifts
Occasionally may need to climb stairs, step ladders, stool.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to loud noises in the plant. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
DISCLAIMER : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
About Us, We offer and What's next Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes:
Activia, DanActive, Danimals, Dannon, evian, Follow Your Heart, Happy Family Organics, International Delight, Light + Fit, Nutricia , Oikos, Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, STK Cold Brew Coffee , Too Good & Co, and YoCrunch.
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps
in the world , working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world:
One Planet. One Health BY YOU.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
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Short Intro and About the Job At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire a
Process Engineer
based in
Mount Crawford, VA !
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Process Engineer is responsible for equipment improvement, standardization, technical training, and problem solving. The role is to eliminate process losses on equipment or areas and drive standards and problem solving.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Serve as backup to the Line Leader and lead Daily Direction Setting (DDS) process when Line Leader is unavailable
Identify, prioritize, and eliminate process losses (lead discussion on losses and Top 3 Plan for the month in weekly DDS)
Provide feedback to design (materials & product initiatives) and lead smart standardization deployment
Define the equipment standards
Direct and coach the change management & validation processes
Lead, build and coach the capability of process failures technical troubleshooting
Lead and coach process benchmarking & reapplication
Collaborate with Line Leader and line team (frontline workers) to develop new standards
Design, implement and maintain systems to collect and analyze data for critical product and process parameters to identify process losses
Collaborate with line management to prioritize improvement opportunities
Eliminate or reduce (prioritized) losses through process or work system changes
Participate in the daily direction-setting process - report results, flag issues and request resources
Own critical Daily Management Systems (DMS)
Use Reliability Engineering tools to drive centerlining and loss elimination
Standardize equipment and work processes
Own the Change Management (CM) system for a designated process
Update process control strategies and operating procedures as changes occur
Share and reapply learning across processes, modules, and plants
Prepare and give training on process/equipment changes
Develop self through participating in corporate and external training
Participate in planned stops and changeovers on the line as needed
Standardize and improve changeovers and Clean In Place (CIP) activities
Spend 60-80% of time on the floor
Become a technical expert for a designated process
Train and become proficient on all basic line team roles
Coach and collaborate with the line teams and site and regional equipment or process owners
Delivers on SQCDMN daily/weekly/monthly/yearly goals and objectives through individual and team efforts
Ensures adherence to safety standards and regulations (WISE) to ensure a safe working environment
The exact salary offered for this role will depend on several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
About You Preferred Candidate Qualifications
4-year engineering degree required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Fundamental skills in influencing and persuasion
Strong interpersonal skills associated with developing trusting relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP
Ability to work in a fluid environment
Ability to identify problems, draw conclusions, and make recommended solutions
Ability to be self-directed with little supervision
Ability to adjust schedule to support 24/7 Manufacturing Operation, may include working overtime, graveyard shift and/or weekends as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; taste and/or smell, talk and hear.
Ability to bend & stoop at waist level as well as bend & twist neck and head.
The employee must regularly endure repetitive minimal to moderate lifting 10lbs up to 50lbs and occasional team lifting above 50lbs. Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and results.
The employee is frequently standing on a concrete surface for 8-, 10- or 12-hour shifts
Occasionally may need to climb stairs, step ladders, stool.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to loud noises in the plant. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
DISCLAIMER : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
About Us, We offer and What's next Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes:
Activia, DanActive, Danimals, Dannon, evian, Follow Your Heart, Happy Family Organics, International Delight, Light + Fit, Nutricia , Oikos, Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, STK Cold Brew Coffee , Too Good & Co, and YoCrunch.
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps
in the world , working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world:
One Planet. One Health BY YOU.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
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