• Process Engineer

    Actalent (Independence, MO)


    Job Title: Process Engineer

    Job Description

    As a Process Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in Continuous Improvement methods and tools to effectively identify, prioritize, and eliminate factory losses. You will work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve these objectives.

    Responsibilities

    + Demonstrate strong troubleshooting capabilities with process and packing equipment.

    + Improve waste and performance metrics for two or more production lines.

    + Ensure the stability of the production line to support the transition from traditional line teams to a semi-autonomous team.

    + Prioritize projects through data stratification of factory downtime and waste data.

    + Identify growth and savings opportunities within the factory and develop business cases around them.

    + Manage small projects from ideation through implementation.

    + Collaborate closely with operators and the maintenance team during continuous improvement activities and act as a technical trainer when needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Proven experience in process improvement and waste reduction.

    + Project management skills, particularly within a consumer product manufacturing environment.

    + Strong capabilities in troubleshooting packaging and food manufacturing processes.

    + Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + 3-5 years of experience in Packaging Project Management or Continuous Improvement.

    + Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.

    + Experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position is based on-site, both in an office setting and on the manufacturing floor within a food manufacturing environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Independence, Missouri.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $62.00/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 Independence,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.